Irby Construction Company, a Quanta Services company, is seeking an experienced Regional Controller to lead the accounting function for its steel division operations based in Texas. This role owns job cost accounting, monthly financial reporting, billing, forecasting, and budgeting for the region's active transmission and related construction projects, and directly manages accounting support staff.

The Regional Controller partners closely with regional operations leadership - project managers, superintendents, and the Regional VP/GM - as well as Irby's corporate finance and accounting organization, translating field activity and job cost detail into accurate, timely financial results and sound business recommendations.

• Lead and manage day-to-day accounting operations for Irby's steel division, including job cost accounting, customer billing/invoicing, and monthly financial reporting across all active projects.
• Directly supervise, mentor, and develop a team of project accountants and accounting support staff; participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance management for the regional accounting function.
• Serve as the primary liaison between steel division operations leadership (project managers, superintendents, and the Regional VP/GM) and Irby's corporate finance and accounting organization.
• Oversee job set-up, budget loading, and change order processing for new and existing projects to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policy.
• Review job cost detail, work-in-process (WIP) schedules, and cost-to-complete projections with project managers on a recurring basis; identify and help resolve over/under-billing, invalid open commitments, and budget variances.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process for the steel division, including WIP true-up, project closure, and job cost reporting to corporate.
• Lead monthly forecast preparation and submittal (revenue, margin, and operating expenses) for the region; independently articulate variances to forecast, budget, and prior periods.
• Ensure customer invoicing and collections for the region are timely, accurate, and consistent with contract terms.
• Maintain and enforce sound internal controls and GAAP compliance across all regional accounting activity; support internal and external audit requests.
• Provide technical accounting guidance to project management and field operations personnel; deliver ad hoc training on job costing, WIP, and financial procedures as needed.
• Partner with corporate accounting/finance on systems and process improvements (e.g., JD Edwards/Oracle, Hyperion, EcoSys, or similar platforms).
• Travel periodically to project sites and corporate/regional offices throughout to support project teams and provide on-site financial oversight.
• Perform other duties and ad hoc reporting and analysis as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Prior experience directly supervising or managing accounting staff required.
• CPA license, or active CPA candidacy, strongly preferred.
• Experience in the construction or utility/electric power industry strongly preferred.
• Solid working knowledge of GAAP and job costing / percentage-of-completion accounting methods.
• Proficiency with ERP and financial systems (e.g., JD Edwards/Oracle, Hyperion, EcoSys, or similar) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, people, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial personnel.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Location, Travel & Work Authorization

This is an on-site position based in Quinlan, Texas. This role is not eligible for remote work. Some travel to project sites and corporate/regional offices is required.

Irby Construction Company does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position, now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Multiple BCBS medical plan options, all with in-network preventive care covered at no cost, the same nationwide provider network, and access to virtual care for primary care, dermatology, general medical needs, and mental health support.
• Prescription Drug Coverage included with all medical plans, plus tools and advocacy support to help manage healthcare costs.
• Dental & Vision Coverage – Dental plans with 100% coverage for preventive care and orthodontia options for adults and children, plus vision coverage with annual exams and frame allowances.
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts – HSA options with Fidelity, Healthcare FSA, Limited Purpose FSA, and Dependent Care FSA (up to $7,500) to help you save on eligible healthcare and dependent expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match – Immediate eligibility and vesting, with a company match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 3% (up to 4.5% total match).
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life and AD&D coverage, plus optional supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents. Short-term and long-term disability coverage helps protect your income if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential mental health, financial, family, and wellbeing support available at no cost to you and your household.
• Voluntary Benefits – Optional accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, home/auto insurance, and long-term care coverage.
• Employee Discounts & Community Support – Access to exclusive employee discounts and participation in Quanta Cares, a disaster relief fund supporting employees and families during times of need.