Controller

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Controller with a strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online and a solid understanding of construction job costing and cost-code management. The ideal candidate will excel in work-in-progress reporting, project financial analysis, and will have comprehensive experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and retainage. A robust knowledge of purchase orders, subcontractor invoices, and three-way matching is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform work-in-progress reporting and project financial analysis.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and retainage.
• Handle purchase orders, subcontractor invoices, and three-way matching.
• Track change orders and reconcile project budgets.
• Conduct cash-flow forecasting and financial reporting.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously.
• Possess a strong understanding of site-development or civil construction operations.
• Utilize proficiency with Microsoft SharePoint, Excel, Microsoft Lists, and document-management systems.
• Develop or maintain integrated workflows between accounting, project management, operations, and field personnel.
• Streamline reporting and reduce manual or duplicate data entry.
• Conduct various tasks related to insurance.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online.
• Experience in construction job costing and cost-code management.
• Ability to perform work-in-progress reporting and project financial analysis.
• Knowledge in accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and retainage.
• Understanding of purchase orders, subcontractor invoices, and three-way matching.
• Experience in change-order tracking and project budget reconciliation.
• Skill in cash-flow forecasting and financial reporting.
• Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of site-development or civil construction operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft SharePoint, Excel, Microsoft Lists, and document-management systems.
• Experience in developing or maintaining integrated workflows.
• Ability to streamline reporting processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Degree in accounting or finance.
• Experience in construction, specifically civil work.
• Experience in general ledger, reconciliation, cost accounting, and month-end reporting.

Work Environment

The position is based in a construction office environment, working within a team of four individuals. This opportunity offers a long-term career prospect.

This is a Permanent position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $52.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.