Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Controller –

Salary up to $130K plus bonus and benefits

Location: Tempe, AZ |

Industry: Mid-Sized Commercial General Contractor

Construction (an ESOP ) seeks a strategic, hands-on Controller to lead financial operations, optimize profitability, and provide executive insights. This role ensures financial clarity, strengthens ESOP value, and enhances performance-based incentives while streamlining operations and holding teams accountable.

More than just numbers—this position is about leadership, financial strategy, and driving efficiency. If you can challenge leadership, fix inefficiencies, and scale a growing ESOP , we want you.

CMiC expertise is essential to automate financial processes, enhance reporting accuracy, and improve project profitability.

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✔ Employee Ownership – Your leadership directly impacts ESOP share value and employee wealth. ✔ Executive Influence – Work closely with COO & President, shaping financial strategy. ✔ Growth & Innovation – Build scalable financial systems that support expansion. ✔ Technology-Driven – Utilize CMiC, AI, and automation for efficiency and insights. ✔ Industry Leader – specializes in occupied environments & Fortune 500 projects. ✔ Values & Balance – A culture built on Safety, Respect, and Teamwork with strong benefits.

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Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and profitability modeling to drive financial performance.

• Establish and track company’s Break-Even Point, ensuring operational sustainability.

• Develop cash flow and capital strategies to support growth.

• Optimize the ESOP financial structure to maximize employee value.

• Hold leadership accountable for financial discipline and project profitability.

Financial Operations & Compliance

• Oversee AP, AR, general ledger, and monthly close processes.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, ESOP regulations, and tax laws.

• Conduct risk assessments for project bidding, contract negotiations, and cost controls.

• Implement strong internal controls for financial accuracy and data integrity.

• Drive CMiC adoption for real-time financial visibility and automation.

HR, Payroll & Performance-Based Compensation

• Oversee payroll administration & compliance with federal and state regulations.

• Work with HR to integrate ESOP benefits and improve payroll systems.

• Design commission & bonus structures for Project Managers based on profitability.

Profitability, Growth & Performance Metrics

• Maintain a minimum 10% net profit margin and track financial KPIs.

• Utilize CMiC for job costing, expense tracking, and project profitability analysis.

• Identify opportunities to streamline operations & reduce costs.

• Leverage AI-powered financial analytics for forecasting and risk assessment.

Technology & Financial Systems

• Oversee CMiC ERP implementation to improve reporting & efficiency.

• Integrate AI and automation into financial forecasting and analysis.

• Optimize financial workflows to enhance decision-making.

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Qualifications:

• 10+ years in financial leadership, preferably in construction or project-based industries.

• CPA preferred, with ESOP financial strategy experience.

• Expertise in CMiC ERP (or similar construction-focused systems).

• Strong background in financial modeling, job costing, WIP reporting, and risk management.

• Proven ability to implement financial process improvements & drive automation.

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Success Metrics:

Reduced month-end close timeline

Financial forecasting accuracy

Cost savings & ESOP valuation growth

CMiC adoption & financial process optimization

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