Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the financial management of construction operations in Agoura Hills, California. This role serves as a key partner to leadership and project teams by delivering accurate reporting, guiding financial planning, and strengthening cost oversight across commercial and luxury residential projects. The ideal candidate brings deep accounting expertise, strong business judgment, and the ability to support both day-to-day financial activities and long-term company objectives.

Responsibilities:
• Direct core accounting activities, including management of the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll coordination, project contracts, change order tracking, and client billing processes.
• Produce timely financial statements and management reports, reviewing results carefully to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Partner with project managers and company leaders to build budgets, monitor job costs, and improve financial performance across active projects.
• Evaluate financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, then present actionable recommendations that support operational and strategic decisions.
• Lead month-end closing activities and maintain organized accounting records that support efficient audits and internal review processes.
• Supervise and develop accounting team members by providing guidance, accountability, and opportunities for growth.
• Help improve financial workflows and reporting practices through effective use of construction accounting tools and process automation where appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with prior exposure to construction or real estate environments strongly preferred.

• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and standard financial reporting practices.

• Demonstrated experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and month-end close procedures.

• Proficiency with Procore is advantageous.

• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to use formulas and work with detailed financial data.

• Excellent organizational abilities, high attention to detail, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work productively across departments.

Compensation

$160,000.00-$200,000.00 Yearly

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