Posted 07/23/2025
Job Number: 13650
Controller
Tacoma, Washington • Onsite
Industry: Construction
Job Category: Accounting
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $110,000 - $135,000/Annually
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Job Description
A well-established and growing company in the construction industry is seeking a driven and hands-on Controller to lead its accounting operations. This is a pivotal role for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who can thrive in a fast-moving environment and help shape the future of the finance department. You’ll oversee a team, implement systems and processes, and manage the day-to-day accounting functions while supporting company growth. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, improving workflows, and being a strategic partner in a collaborative small-business culture.
Salary Range: $110,000 – $135,000 / year DOE
Controller Responsibilities:
- Lead all accounting operations, including month-end close, financial reporting, and state/local tax compliance
- Supervise and support a small team
- Oversee job costing, WIP reporting, and insurance documentation
- Collaborate with leadership to develop and improve accounting policies and procedures
- Manage weekly union and salaried payroll
- Assist with HR-related functions, including benefits administration
- Ensure timely and accurate financial statements and journal entries
- Participate in strategic planning and department restructuring
- Serve as a resource for cross-departmental collaboration and business process improvement
Controller Requirements:
- 5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including team supervision
- Strong knowledge of job costing and WIP reporting
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience in a small business or entrepreneurial environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
- High integrity, strong initiative, and an independent work ethic
- Prior experience in construction or a related field highly preferred
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary
- Discretionary performance-based bonus
- Generous PTO
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Opportunity to help shape and grow the accounting function from the ground up
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