Advanced proficiency in construction management/accounting software (e.g., Quickbooks, Netsuite, ACC).
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling and macros.
CPA license is highly desirable.
Exceptional analytical skills and knowledge of construction law.
Responsibilities
Manage monthly financial reporting, delivering accurate income statements and variance analyses.
Oversee full-lifecycle construction accounting, including WIP reporting and cost allocations.
Collaborate with Project Managers to establish project budgets and financial forecasts.
Monitor budget-to-actual expenditures and manage accounts receivable/payable for job sites.
Produce cash flow projections and profitability analyses for stakeholders.
Optimize revenue recognition methodologies for long-term contracts.
Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations and coordinate audit processes.
Benefits
Traditional and Roth 401k with employer match and immediate vesting.
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year.
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance.
Short & Long-Term Disability coverage at no cost.
Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage available.
Pre-Tax Benefits for Healthcare, Dependent Care, and Commuter expenses.
Wellness program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Competitive paid vacation days and personal/wellness days.
Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays and an annual volunteer day.
Full Job Description
Overview
The Controller of Project Management and Construction bridges the gap between field execution and financial governance. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing the financial, contractual, and schedule performance of our construction and project management portfolio. This position will also be responsible for a team of 4-5 accountants. The ideal candidate ensures that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and under strict budget constraints by implementing robust project controls, precise job costing, and proactive risk-management frameworks, while maintaining rigorous financial compliance and reporting standards.
Responsibilities
Manage the monthly financial reporting close process, delivering timely and accurate income statements, balance sheets, and variance analyses to executive leadership.
Oversee full-lifecycle construction accounting, including WIP (Work-in-Progress) reporting, labor, materials, equipment, and indirect cost allocations.
Partner with Project Managers to establish accurate initial project budgets, cost baselines, and financial forecasts.
Monitor budget-to-actual expenditures, track commitments, review vendor invoices, and manage accounts receivable/payable specific to active job sites.
Produce cash flow projections and profitability analyses for executive leadership and stakeholders.
Oversee and optimize revenue recognition methodologies (such as the percentage-of-completion method under ASC 606) for long-term construction contracts.
Ensure proper accounting treatment for unbilled revenue, deferred revenue, billings in excess of costs, and estimated losses on contracts.
Design, implement, and maintain internal financial controls compliant with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations, particularly concerning revenue cycles, job costing, and procurement.
Coordinate internal and external audit processes, providing documentation and testing controls related to project accounting and financial reporting.
Direct the planning, scheduling, and progress-measurement systems across multiple concurrent construction projects.
Monitor schedule performance against baseline plans, identifying critical path items and evaluating potential schedule impacts.
Manage the change order lifecycle-tracking scope adjustments, pricing negotiations, and contractual modifications with subcontractors, owners, and vendors.
Ensure strict adherence to compliance mandates, including lien waivers, certified payroll, retainage tracking, insurance verification, and local regulatory codes.
Review prime contracts and subcontracts for commercial risks, indemnity clauses, and financial exposure.
and of course, other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting (Master's degree or MBA is a plus).
7+ years of progressive experience in construction project controls, project accounting, or construction financial management.
Proven track record managing large-scale commercial projects
Advanced proficiency in construction management and accounting software (e.g., Quickbooks, Netsuite, ACC).
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (financial modeling, pivot tables, macros).
CPA license is highly desirable.
Strong analytical mindset, thorough knowledge of construction law and lien laws, exceptional cross-functional leadership skills, and executive-level communication abilities.
Benefits offered to full time W2 employees:
Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenure
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax Benefits
Wellness program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Work-Life Balance:
Competitive paid vacation days
2 personal/wellness days
Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
Annual volunteer day for Day of Giving
About Avison Young
Avison Young is a Canadian commercial real estate services firm. It is the largest independently owned commercial real estate brokerage in Canada and has offices in the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia. The company provides a range of services including leasing, investment sales, property management, project management, and valuation services. Avison Young was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
