Controller

Position: Controller / Accounting ManagerLocation: South San Jose, CA | Full-Time | OnsiteCompensation: Base + Bonus & Benefits
We’re looking for an experienced Controller / Accounting Manager to join a growing construction organization in South San Jose. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who understands construction accounting and can help strengthen financial processes, controls, reporting, and forecasting.
What You’ll DoLead day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, banking, and reconciliations.Oversee construction job costing, financial reporting, year-end close, and journal entries.Manage billing, collections, deposits, lien releases, 1099s, and related documentation.Coordinate workers’ compensation, general liability, COIs, insurance renewals, and subcontractor compliance.Work with external CPAs on tax filings, audits, and year-end requirements.Monitor cash flow and support accurate financial forecasting and project profitability.Provide guidance, coaching, and accountability to the accounting team.Identify opportunities to improve financial controls, processes, and reporting.
What We’re Looking For5+ years of accounting experience, with strong construction/GC accounting exposure.Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar senior-level experience preferred.Strong knowledge of job costing and construction financial processes.Experience with AP, AR, payroll, banking, reconciliations, and financial reporting.Familiarity with lien releases, subcontractor insurance, COIs, and workers’ comp.Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.Bachelor’s degree preferred; MBA or CPA is a plus, not required.Must be able to work onsite in South San Jose.
Compensation & BenefitsBase salary, depending on experiencePerformance bonusHealth insuranceVehicle allowance401(k)