Controller

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Controller | Greater Chattanooga Area

I’m partnering with a well-established construction contractor in the greater Chattanooga area on a search for a Controller. This is a great opportunity for an accounting leader with construction industry experience who wants to own the accounting function, lead a small team, and partner directly with the President.

The ideal background includes strong experience with construction accounting, WIP, percentage-of-completion accounting, cash flow management, and overall financial leadership. CPA is strongly preferred.

What makes this opportunity especially compelling is the lifestyle piece: this company offers excellent work/life balance for someone who wants to be a high-level professional without sacrificing having a life outside of work. They also provide company-paid family healthcare coverage, strong overall benefits, excellent salary and bonus potential, and a close-knit culture with many long-term employees.

If you’re a construction accounting leader looking for a role with impact, stability, and a healthier balance, let’s connect.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.

• At least 10 years of accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility within the construction industry.

• Strong command of construction accounting principles, including work-in-progress reporting and percentage-of-completion methodology.

• Demonstrated ability to prepare financial statements, manage month-end close, and perform detailed margin and profitability analysis.

• Experience with cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and broader financial planning activities.

• Proven success leading and developing accounting staff in a fast-paced business environment.

• Proficiency with Excel and construction accounting systems such as Sage Timberline.

• CPA designation is strongly preferred.

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