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Controller

Creative Financial Staffing

Washington, DC · Posted November 3, 2026

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Controller

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Lead a team of six accounting and finance professionals in a highly visible leadership role. • Partner directly with the VP of Finance & Risk Management and contribute to strategic financial initiatives. • Join a company experiencing significant growth, with headcount increasing by more than 35% this year. • Play a key role in year-end close and critical financial reporting activities. • Gain exposure to a $200M revenue organization within the construction industry. • Opportunity to influence processes, improve efficiencies, and strengthen internal controls. • Work alongside a diverse team ranging from early-career professionals to seasoned industry experts. • Join a stable and growing organization where your leadership will have a direct impact on business success. • Fast-paced environment that offers challenge, variety, and meaningful responsibility.

Key Responsibilities for the Controller:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting team, including Project Accountants, AP, and accounting staff. • Manage month-end and year-end close activities. • Review financial transactions and ensure accuracy and consistency in reporting. • Support financial reporting, analysis, and accounting operations. • Lead and mentor a team of six finance and accounting professionals. • Assist with process improvements and scaling accounting functions to support company growth.

Qualifications for the Controller:

• Previous Controller, Assistant Controller, or comparable accounting leadership experience. • Experience with Intacct or another large ERP system. • Construction, architecture, manufacturing, or other project-based industry experience. • Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs

Salary: $135,000 – $160,000 (dependent on level of previous experience)

Qualified candidates please submit your resume for immediate consideration for this exciting job opportunity!

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