This listing does not state pay. Across 47 open assistant controller listings that state pay, the middle half runs $123,000 to $162,500 and the median is $125,000.

Listed pay is what employers advertise, not what people are paid.

Assistant Controller salaries by state · Check your own pay

How AI is used in this kind of work

Among financial managers, AI is already used for a large share of the tasks. Measured exposure for financial managers: 39% (high).

Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.

Check how this applies to your own job

Skills this job asks for

Say which you have and which you want to build. We use it to match you to jobs like this one.

About the job

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate seamless communication between field teams and accounting, ensuring both sides have the necessary data and resources.

Conduct financial analysis to identify trends and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.

Oversee key accounting functions, including general ledger management, financial reporting, and budgeting.

Prepare and present financial data at monthly division reviews.

Collaborate with leadership to design and implement financial policies and procedures.

Supervise the job costing team and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field.

Minimum 3 years of experience in finance/accounting within commercial construction.

Expertise in job costing, general ledger management, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., ECMs by Computer Guidance Corp).

Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Strong communication skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.

Experience with multi-company structures, including acquired and startup businesses.

Proven ability to streamline processes, develop policies, and implement strategies.

Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.

High emotional intelligence and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Must Have:

Bachelor degree

Minimum 3 years of experience in finance/accounting within commercial construction. Open to industries of construction but need to have the skills and experience for the role.

Expertise in job costing , general ledger management, budgeting, and financial reporting. Job costing in the field. Down to a granular level.

Experience with multi-company structures, including acquired and startup businesses.

Be able to communicate to all level of personal and be able to make presentations to executives

Strong with Excel skills - Will be tested during the interview process.

Nice to Have:

Spanish language skills

CPA License

ERP System - Computer Guidance Corp eCMS