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Project Controller

Robert Half Finance & Accounting

New York, NYFull-time$175–220K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$175–220K/yr
Location
New York, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

A rapidly growing General Contractor seeks a Project Controller to lead a team of 6–8 Project Accountants, overseeing high‑volume project accounting, WIP, and vendor activity across a large portfolio. The role is full‑time, onsite in Midtown Manhattan, offering a $175‑220k base salary plus discretionary bonus and full benefits.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project AccountingGeneral Contractor ExperienceTeam LeadershipHigh‑Volume Vendor ManagementWIP ManagementResidential ConstructionConstruction ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSage Intacct

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Description

🚨 PROJECT CONTROLLER | HIGH-GROWTH GENERAL CONTRACTOR

A rapidly growing General Contractor is looking for a Project Controller to lead a team of 6–8 Project Accountants and play a key role in a high-volume, rapidly expanding project environment.

This is a growth-driven opening: the current Project Controller was recently promoted within the organization to a net new position do to growth, creating an opportunity for someone new to step into this leadership role and join a strong, growing Finance & Accounting team.

If you're a Project Controller, Project Accounting Manager with strong construction experience and a background managing high-volume WIP/project accounting, this could be a great opportunity.

As always, this is a permanent, full time, fully benefited salaried position (this is NOT a temp role or temp to perm).

They are located in midtown and are in the office 5 days.

Compensation Package based on experience:

Base: $175- $220k base + discretionary bonus

🔨 The Role

  • Lead and mentor a team of 6–8 Project Accountants

  • Oversee project accounting and WIP across a significant project portfolio

  • Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of project financial reporting

  • Provide guidance and oversight on high-volume vendor and project activity

  • Partner closely with project management, subcontractors, and internal Finance & Accounting teams

  • Help develop processes and improve the overall Project Accounting function

  • Manage priorities in a fast-paced environment where things move quickly

  • Serve as a key resource for the Project Accounting team and broader organization

Requirements

🎯 What They’re Looking For

  • Strong Project Accounting / Project Controls background

  • General Contractor experience strongly preferred

  • Experience leading or managing a team of Project Accountants

  • Significant high-volume project experience — some projects may have 20+ vendors

  • Strong understanding of WIP and construction project accounting

  • Experience overseeing a portfolio where individual Project Accountants may manage approximately $25M in projects

  • Residential construction experience highly preferred, particularly high-end residential

  • Construction Management backgrounds may also be considered, particularly from the subcontractor side

  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills

  • Self-sufficient with excellent communication skills

  • Comfortable working with both internal teams and subcontractors

  • Sage Intacct experience highly preferred

  • Culture fit is key — this is a very collaborative, dynamic team

📈 Why Consider It?

The company is performing extremely well and expanding nationally, with plans to potentially 2–3x revenue over the next 3–5 years.

You'll be joining an established Project Accounting organization at an exciting point in its growth. The fact that the current Project Controller was recently promoted speaks to the opportunity for growth within the organization.

If you would like to be considered for this position, please email your resume in a word document to Kevin.Chin@Roberthalf

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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