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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$75K - $95K *

Transform mobile equipment design by leading control systems development, collaborating with engineers and project managers to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specificatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial excellence, leading accounting operations and partnering with the CFO to ensure accurate reporting, budgeting, and internal controls while fostering a culture...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Optimize financial operations by overseeing accounting, reporting, and compliance. Lead a team to ensure integrity in financial processes while developing strategies for performance enhancement and ri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Grow your career with a role owning global accounting and compliance. Lead audits and automate finance processes while ensuring precise bookkeeping under US GAAP. Collaborate with teams across jurisdi...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's building scalable accounting and finance operations for a growing portfolio of LLCs. You'll manage tax filings, automate workflows, and support corporate finances while establishing...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Drive the financial operations for a growing portfolio of LLCs, overseeing accounting, tax, and reporting processes. Collaborate with engineering to automate workflows and build scalable controls for...

New York, NYRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Oversee and transform the accounting function, driving operational efficiency and leveraging technology. Lead a team, manage financial reporting, and implement automation to enhance scalability and ac...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of financial operations by leading end-to-end accounting, compliance, and HR processes. Drive accuracy, enforce standards, and build scalable structures in a dynamic, multi-unit envir...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $235K *

Lead the charge in managing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and providing strategic financial analysis to support decision-making in a project-based environment. Drive...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $200K *

Lead financial operations and reporting, ensuring compliance and process improvement. Collaborate with senior leadership and oversee audits while managing a dynamic accounting team in a fast-paced env...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing day-to-day operations for a large-scale AI data center campus. Oversee site governance, coordinate with contractors, and engage with local stakeholders to ensure safety, co...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive financial excellence by leading accounting operations, guiding strategic decisions, and managing a dedicated team. Collaborate with leadership to shape budgets, forecasts, and compliance, ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in overseeing global accounting operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while managing a team. Drive financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting to support strategic decision...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Transform production efficiency by leading control systems projects, ensuring seamless integration with IT infrastructure, and driving continuous improvement to enhance equipment functionality and tro...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Lead the modernization of finance operations, overseeing accounting, ERP transformation, and financial reporting. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance financial visibility and strengthen cash...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $240K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in financial leadership. Oversee accounting, compliance, and reporting while managing a skilled team in a dynamic environment focused on government contracts...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $240K *

Lead the charge in financial leadership by overseeing accounting, compliance, and reporting for a mid-size organization. Manage a skilled team while ensuring adherence to complex regulations and drivi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading multi-entity accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and enhancing internal controls. Drive efficiency and insights while mentoring a skilled team to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by overseeing aviation maintenance support services, ensuring quality execution of task orders, managing resources, and leading a dedicated team to meet customer satisfaction and p...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate automation solutions by designing, programming, and supporting industrial control systems. Lead projects from estimation to implementation, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion the optimization of automated manufacturing systems, enhancing safety and performance through expert PLC and HMI programming. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and drive contin...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $145K *

Lead the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with US GAAP. Oversee month-end close processes, manage audits, and develop scalable accounting policies while mentor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Controls Engineer, driving automation solutions across North America. Collaborate on high-impact projects, enhance customer relationships, and optimize processes in a fast-pac...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Transform financial operations by leading month-end closes, reporting, and analysis. Collaborate with leadership to drive sustainable growth through strategic insights and robust financial controls in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Partner with us to lead financial strategy and operations, driving insights and efficiency across teams. Leverage your expertise in accounting and project finance to support growth and ensure complian...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.