Controller

Electrex Industrial

$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience as a Controller or senior accounting leader, preferably in construction or electrical contracting
  • Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP schedules, and construction accounting principles
  • Analytical mindset with skills to derive actionable insights from financial data
  • Familiarity with Foundation Software and Payroll4 Construction is advantageous
  • Meticulous attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to lead collaboratively with effective communication
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and job costing
  • Develop and maintain financial reports, budgets, and forecasts
  • Implement internal controls and ensure compliance with industry standards
  • Collaborate with project managers to analyze job performance and profitability
  • Optimize financial systems, processes, and workflows
  • Manage banking, insurance, bonding, and auditing relationships
  • Lead and mentor a small accounting team
  • Provide backup support to other departments as required

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Stable and reputable company
  • Supportive leadership that values expertise
  • Opportunity to influence financial strategy and impact results
  • Culture focused on integrity, teamwork, and craftsmanship
Full Job Description
Controller - Electrical Contracting Company

Are you a strategic financial leader who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment? Our electrical contracting company is seeking a Controller to take ownership of our financial operations and help guide the business into its next phase of growth.

What You'll Do
  • Oversee all accounting functions, including AP/AR, payroll, job costing, and month-end close
  • Develop and maintain accurate financial reporting, budgets, and forecasts
  • Implement strong internal controls and ensure compliance with industry standards
  • Partner with project managers and leadership to analyze job performance and profitability
  • Optimize financial systems, processes, and workflows
  • Manage banking relationships, insurance, bonding, and audits
  • Lead and mentor a small accounting team
  • Provide back-up to other departments and staff, as necessary

What We're Looking For
  • Proven experience as a Controller or senior accounting leader-construction or electrical contracting experience strongly preferred
  • Deep understanding of job costing, WIP schedules, overhead burden and construction accounting principles
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate numbers into actionable insights
  • Knowledge of Foundation Software and Payroll4 Construction a plus
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
  • A collaborative leader who communicates clearly and confidently
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Why Join Us
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • A stable and reputable company
  • Supportive leadership that values your expertise
  • Opportunity to shape financial strategy and make a real impact
  • A culture built on integrity, teamwork, and craftsmanship

If you're ready to bring your financial expertise to a company that values precision, professionalism, and growth, we'd love to hear from you.

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