Controller

Description

Robert Half Management Resources is seeking an Interim Controller for a growing construction client in the greater Thousand Oaks area. This hybrid engagement offers the opportunity to support a dynamic organization specializing in federal and public-sector projects.

Reporting directly to the Owner, the Interim Controller will lead accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and cash management. This hands-on leader will be instrumental in building scalable processes, enhancing internal controls, and providing day-to-day leadership across the accounting function.

This is a high-impact opportunity to join a growth-stage company with a strong project backlog and play a key role in supporting its next phase of expansion.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the monthly close cycle, prepare timely financial statements, and maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations.

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities across the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management functions.

• Manage project-based financial tracking, including job costing, work-in-progress analysis, and billing tied to contract progress.

• Monitor compliance requirements connected to federal and public-sector work, including certified payroll and prevailing wage obligations.

• Administer financial compliance matters related to bonding, insurance coverage, contractor licenses, and associated documentation.

• Collaborate with company leadership to improve financial visibility, refine internal controls, and develop scalable accounting procedures.

• Support enhancements to accounting workflows and tools to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy as the business grows.

• Serve as the primary point of coordination with external audit firms, tax professionals, and other financial service partners.

Requirements • Prior experience leading the full accounting function in a Controller or senior accounting leadership capacity within a smaller organization.

• Strong background in construction accounting, including job cost tracking, work-in-progress reporting, and contract-related billing.

• Experience supporting accounting and compliance activities for federal, government, or public works projects.

• Working knowledge of certified payroll requirements, Davis-Bacon regulations, and related contractor reporting standards.

• Demonstrated ability to establish processes, improve controls, and support growth in a startup or expansion-stage environment.

• Proficiency with month-end close, financial reporting, general ledger management, and oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivable.

• Familiarity with payroll and accounting systems such as ADP and QuickBooks Online is preferred.

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