Controller (Construction) at Jobot

Controller - Commercial General Contractor Tempe, AZ $100,000 - $135,000 (DOE) + Bonuses Onsite Full-Time

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kevin Shilney
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $100,000 - $135,000 per year

A bit about us:

Founded nearly two decades ago and based in Tempe, Arizona, we are an employee-owned commercial general contractor specializing in complex, occupied-environment builds and Fortune 500 projects. As an ESOP company, every person here has a direct stake in what we build and how well we do it. We operate at the intersection of craftsmanship, technology, and accountability, guided by a culture centered on safety, respect, and genuine teamwork. We're growing, and we're looking for people who want to grow with us.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: Up to $135,000 base salary (DOE) + Bonuses
• Employee Ownership: Your contributions directly impact ESOP share value and employee wealth
• 401(k) with 4% match
• HSA
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Executive Influence: Work directly alongside the COO and President, shaping company-wide financial strategy
• Technology-Driven Environment: Leverage CMiC, AI, and automation in your day-to-day work
• Collaborative Work Environment: A tight-knit leadership team that values accountability and good ideas from every direction

Job Details

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and profitability modeling to drive financial performance across the company
• Establish and monitor the company's break-even point to ensure operational sustainability
• Develop cash flow and capital strategies in support of ongoing growth
• Optimize the ESOP financial structure to maximize value for employee-owners
• Hold leadership accountable for financial discipline and project-level profitability
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and monthly close processes
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, ESOP regulations, and applicable tax laws
• Conduct risk assessments related to project bidding, contract negotiations, and cost controls
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls for financial accuracy and data integrity
• Drive CMiC adoption across the organization for real-time visibility and process automation
• Oversee payroll administration and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
• Partner with HR to integrate ESOP benefits and improve payroll infrastructure
• Design commission and bonus structures for Project Managers tied to profitability
• Maintain a minimum 10% net profit margin and actively track financial KPIs
• Utilize CMiC for job costing, expense tracking, and project profitability analysis
• Leverage AI-powered analytics for financial forecasting and risk assessment
• Optimize financial workflows to support faster, better decision-making at the leadership level

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred
• Minimum 10 years of financial leadership experience, ideally within construction or project-based industries
• Expertise in CMiC ERP or a comparable construction-focused financial system
• Strong background in financial modeling, job costing, WIP reporting, and risk management
• Proven experience with ESOP financial strategy and compliance
• Demonstrated ability to implement financial process improvements and lead automation initiatives
• Experience overseeing payroll compliance at the federal and state level
• Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls in a project-driven environment

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at

By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: