JGM "When you need it yesterday" · 1 day ago
Assistant Project Controller
Coatesville, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expJGM is a unique construction company known for its commitment to safety, quality, and speed. They are seeking an Assistant Project Controller to support the Finance & Accounting Department by delivering accurate financial reporting for construction projects and assisting with project accounting and financial analysis.
ConstructionIndustrialManufacturingService Industry
Responsibilities
Assist in completing accurate project setup in the ERP system, including budgets, cost codes, schedules of values, and contract documentation
Monitor project financial performance and support monthly cost-to-complete and forecasting processes
Partner with Project Managers to review job cost reports, analyze variances, and identify risks or improvement opportunities
Support the preparation of monthly Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, percent-complete calculations, and revenue recognition
Prepare and submit timely and accurate progress billings, T&M invoices, and retainage billings
Track and process change orders, ensuring costs, budgets, and revenue adjustments are properly recorded
Maintain subcontract and purchase order documentation, ensuring proper approvals and alignment with project estimates
Validate labor, equipment, material, and subcontract costs for proper coding across fabrication and field operations
Review daily/weekly labor data from field supervisors and fabrication managers to support accurate payroll allocation
Support inventory, material transfers, and job-related purchasing controls
Assist in monthly close activities including reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and project-level financial reporting
Contribute to year-end audit support, providing documentation for project financials, contracts, and billing activities
Assist with federal, state, and local tax preparation and compliance activities
Help maintain internal controls, standard operating procedures, and project accounting best practices as the company grows
Serve as a liaison between Accounting, Project Managers, Field Superintendents, and Fabrication facility leadership
Support development of standardized dashboards, KPIs, and reporting for project performance
Assist in training operations personnel on job cost coding, purchasing workflows, and documentation standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
10+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction, fabrication, or industrial services
Experience with construction revenue recognition and percentage-of-completion accounting
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis
Familiarity with GAAP and standard accounting principles
Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience with Viewpoint Spectrum ERP is a plus
Previous auditing experience is a plus
Benefits
Participate in the company’s yearly performance bonus program
Medical, Vision & Dental
PTO & Holidays
401(k) + Matching
Life Insurance
Short/Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Generous Referral Program
Training and Further Education
Company
JGM "When you need it yesterday"
The NFL, Amazon, and Exelon trust JGM for one reason: JGM is the fastest, safest, most effective steel fabricator and Industrial constructor in the world.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Joe Messner, Jr
Chief Executive Officer
Jason Morovich
Chief Information Officer
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