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Tired of being three layers removed from the decision-makers? This Controller seat reports directly to ownership – real autonomy, real visibility, real impact.

About the Company

A privately held family of DFW companies spanning real estate, commercial construction, and specialty trades: general contracting, concrete, painting, electrical, and specialty finish work across North Texas.

Why this role stands out

Direct line to ownership; no committees, no bureaucracy

Own three standalone entity financials (no consolidations, no covenant complexity)

Shape the process: QuickBooks Desktop ? Online modernization on the horizon

100% Dallas-Fort Worth, no travel or job-site visits

Close-knit, straight-talking construction culture

What You'll Do

Own month-end/year-end close, financial statements, variance analysis, and cash flow projections for 3 entities

Manage intercompany transactions, including payroll funding/reimbursement flows

Drive job costing and profitability analysis; flag margin erosion early

Oversee enterprise cash flow, AP/AR, and rolling forecasts

Manage payroll/benefits administration and compliance

Handle sales/use tax, licensing, and insurance coordination; primary contact for CPA firm, brokers, and bonding agents

Lead a small team (accounting manager + staff accountants)

What You Bring

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance/Business preferred (equivalent experience considered); CPA/CMA a plus

5–7+ years progressive accounting experience, incl. 3–5 years as Controller/Accounting Manager in construction, contracting, or field services

Strong job costing and construction cash flow expertise

Multi-entity/intercompany experience

QuickBooks proficiency (Procore a plus); advanced Excel

Confident communicator, self-starter

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