Controller

Smart Tech Contracting, LLC

. The Controller supports operations by managing firm‐wide financial performance through communicating financial results with the Executive Team / owners / partners .

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeRemote • California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $141,750 - $172,463 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Controller supports operations by managing firm‐wide financial performance through communicating financial results with the Executive Team / owners / partners
Presenting financial forecasting models to the Executive Team / owners / partners
Assisting the Executive Team / owners / partners in developing an annual budget; maintaining the annual budget
Overseeing AP, AR and payroll functions
Procuring and maintaining insurance policies and ensuring compliance with annual insurance audits
Working with outside tax accountant when necessary for tax preparation and financial planning and reporting and remitting various taxes including sales & use, property, franchise and federal income taxes
The Controller will be self-directed on day-to-day work and independently perform most responsibilities
Leading department initiatives of complex scope and broader programs, and coordinate activities of other personnel
Assisting in the development of policies and procedures
Communicating and operating in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting or finance
CPA required
Minimum of 13 years of experience possessing high degree of leadership, team building and motivational skills
Construction industry Controller experience required, including experience with project-based accounting, job cost reporting, WIP, and revenue recognition; general contractor or MEP contractor background preferred
Working knowledge of general accounting / finance body of knowledge
Working knowledge of relevant local, state and federal laws required
Knowledge of financial research and report preparation methods and techniques as well as the ability to prepare a variety of complex financial statements, reports and analyses
Must possess strong accounts payable and receivable knowledge to function independently and collaboratively with co-workers
Skilled using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing technical and non-technical information
Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality and honesty
Ability to analyze complex, identify problems, evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutions
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files and reports
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Benefits

Comp & perks

Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial forecastingbudget managementaccounts payableaccounts receivablepayroll functionsproject-based accountingjob cost reportingrevenue recognitionfinancial statement preparationfinancial analysis

Soft Skills

leadershipteam buildingmotivational skillscommunicationorganizational skillsproblem analysissolution implementationconfidentialitytime managementdelegation

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting or financeCPA