Explore Site Controller Jobs

Site Controllers oversee financial planning, accounting, and reporting for construction sites, industrial facilities, and other location-based operations. They connect day-to-day activity with broader business goals, helping leaders understand costs, manage budgets, and make informed decisions. Explore vetted Site Controller opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Site Controller Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but Site Controllers commonly prepare financial reports, monitor project budgets and forecasts, review costs and commitments, and maintain accurate accounting records. They may oversee month-end close, internal controls, audits, cash flow, and compliance while partnering with project managers and operational leaders to explain financial results and flag risks.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Senior Site Controller roles often call for a background in accounting or finance, experience supporting construction, manufacturing, energy, or other complex operations, and strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls. Employers may also value ERP and reporting-system expertise, analytical judgment, clear communication, and the ability to influence stakeholders across a site and corporate finance team. A CPA or other relevant credential may be preferred for some positions.

Find Your Next Site Controller Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, location, qualifications, and compensation details, then apply to roles that match your experience and career goals. Job requirements and pay vary by employer, industry, and location.

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$109K - $148K *

Lead the integration strategy and development for enterprise solutions, managing a diverse team to enhance automation, API, and data solutions while ensuring alignment with business objectives and mod...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Lead implementation projects by managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver software solutions in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K *

Elevate financial integrity as a strategic Controller, leading accounting operations and compliance for an International Labor Union. Drive modernization, safeguard assets, and deliver actionable insi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$145K - $194K *

Optimize the Services offer strategy by aligning global goals with local market needs. Drive growth through effective portfolio management, commercial activation, and cross-functional collaboration to...

Milton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team to shape and drive Services offer strategy, aligning global ambitions with local market growth. Play a key role in enhancing customer adoption and monetization through innovative s...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $135K *

Champion innovative automation solutions by leading projects from concept to commissioning, collaborating with clients and teams across diverse industries, and driving the design and implementation of...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$94K - $176K *

Join a team that's dedicated to coordinating and managing complex capital projects. Shape the future of infrastructure delivery by leading project controls for a range of sizable construction initiati...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $110K *

Advance financial integrity by managing accounting functions, preparing reports, and supporting audits in a dynamic beverage distribution environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy and com...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$76K - $97K *

Drive account growth and customer retention by managing relationships, identifying opportunities, and collaborating across teams to meet global IT needs. Leverage data insights to enhance client strat...

Concord, NHRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing requirements and organizing backlogs for cloud migration, collaborating with diverse teams to translate needs into actionable requirements and ensuring alignment with strat...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $202K *

Optimize operations by leading a dynamic team to achieve excellence in a fast-paced fulfillment center. Drive strategic planning, employee engagement, and continuous improvement while managing a large...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Transform financial reporting by ensuring compliance and accuracy across all entities. Collaborate with the Corporate Controller to enhance business insights and support audits, while driving improvem...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting while managing compliance across all entities. Collaborate with corporate accounting to enhance performance metrics and support audi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $219K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and engineering of an internal developer platform, enhancing infrastructure services for engineering and IT teams. Drive automation, improve developer exper...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing financial operations in manufacturing. You'll lead accounting processes, drive cost control, and enhance decision-making through accurate reporting and stron...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading safety initiatives across construction projects, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. Collaborate with teams to proactively identify risks and implement s...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape your career by leading complex commissioning projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and enhancing building performance through innovative controls and systems integration. Drive s...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $190K *

Lead the charge in managing global programs, mentoring teams, and ensuring successful delivery of new product initiatives while driving operational excellence and stakeholder alignment in a remote wor...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Develop advanced automation systems as a Controls Programmer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, program, and commission innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment. Embrace cha...

Newmarket, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by serving as the technical backbone for manufacturing operations, ensuring stability and improvement of equipment used in battery production. Collaborate with teams to enhance uptime...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of financial strategy and reporting to drive business performance. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis, while developing your team and ensuring compliance across operations i...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead financial operations by overseeing accounting, reporting, and compliance. Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data while driving strategic planning and operational efficiency through effec...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion financial excellence by leading accounting operations, ensuring GAAP compliance, and driving strategic analysis. This role offers growth opportunities as the company expands, with direct acce...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a financial leader, overseeing comprehensive accounting functions, managing project profitability, and collaborating closely with executives to drive strategic financial plannin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of financial operations by leading the finance team, ensuring timely audits, accurate reporting, and strategic planning to enhance fiscal responsibility and process efficiency across de...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Site Controller?question toggle

    A Site Controller is a finance leader responsible for accounting, reporting, budgeting, and financial controls at a specific facility, construction site, or operating location. The role typically works closely with local operations and corporate finance.

  • What does a Site Controller do day to day?question toggle

    Daily work may include reviewing costs, tracking budgets and forecasts, preparing financial reports, supporting accounting close, maintaining controls, and advising site leaders about financial performance and risks.

  • What qualifications are common for Site Controller jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with progressive finance or accounting experience. Relevant industry knowledge, ERP skills, and certifications such as a CPA may be advantageous or required depending on the position.

  • How much do Site Controller jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies with industry, location, company size, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult each listing for its stated compensation and eligibility details.

  • Where can I find Site Controller jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Site Controller openings on Ladders to explore vetted roles with compensation of $100,000 or more. Check listings for location, responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation information.