Controller

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Southern Spear Ironworks

Controller

Chattanooga, TN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Controller

    ** Chattanooga, TN**

    Full-Time

    Onsite

    Southern Spear Ironworks is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee all aspects of financial management within our growing construction business. This pivotal role combines hands-on accounting with strategic financial leadership to ensure the company’s continued success. The ideal candidate is not only a skilled financial professional but also understands the unique nuances of construction accounting — from job costing and WIP reporting to contract billing and project-based revenue recognition.

    Key Responsibilities

    Financial Management & Reporting

    • Oversee daily accounting operations, including A/P, A/R, payroll, general ledger, job costing, and bank reconciliations.
    • Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
    • Lead the month-end and year-end close processes.
    • Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow to ensure financial stability and performance.

    Construction-Specific Accounting

    • Implement and manage job cost accounting systems for precise project-level tracking.
    • Prepare and analyze Work-in-Progress (WIP) reports and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
    • Ensure compliance with construction contracts, including change orders, retainage, and lien waivers.
    • Partner with project managers and estimators to align financial data with project timelines and budgets.

    Controls & Compliance

    • Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
    • Ensure compliance with GAAP and all relevant federal and state regulations.
    • Coordinate annual external audits and act as the primary point of contact for auditors, banks, and insurance providers.

    Strategic Leadership

    • Provide financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership to support data-driven decision-making.
    • Optimize financial systems and processes to support efficiency and scalability.
    • Mentor and manage accounting team members, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
    • 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including 2+ years in a Controller role.
    • Experience in the construction industry or a project-based business is required.
    • Proficiency with construction accounting software (Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint, Foundation, or similar).
    • Strong understanding of GAAP, job costing, WIP reporting, and percentage-of-completion accounting.
    • Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
    • Experience leading year-end CPA audits.

    Additional Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree required.
    • Must be willing to complete a background check and drug test.
    • Onsite position in Chattanooga, TN.

    If you’re a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives on both precision and strategy — and you’re ready to make an impact in a dynamic construction environment — we’d love to hear from you.

    Apply today to join the Southern Spear Ironworks team!

    Southern Spear Ironworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.