Vaco by Highspring ยท 2 days ago
Controller
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expVaco by Highspring is a growing construction company seeking a hands-on Controller to lead their accounting and financial operations. The role involves overseeing all accounting functions, managing a small team, and ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong controls.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Jacob Reynolds
Responsibilities
Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Prepare and review monthly financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
Ensure compliance with GAAP and industry best practices
Manage general ledger, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
Support annual audit, tax filings, and coordination with external CPAs
Oversee job costing, WIP schedules, and percent-of-completion accounting
Review project budgets vs. actuals and investigate variances
Monitor contract billing, change orders, retainage, and revenue recognition
Partner with Project Managers to provide timely and accurate financial insights
Ensure proper capitalization and depreciation of fixed assets and equipment
Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital
Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and lien waiver processes
Strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures
Ensure compliance with bonding, insurance, and lender requirements
Manage and mentor a team of two accounting staff (e.g., AP/AR, Staff Accountant)
Assign work, review output, and support professional development
Improve processes and efficiencies within the accounting function
Partner with ownership and senior leadership on budgeting and forecasting
Support financial planning, cost control initiatives, and process improvements
Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting to support business decisions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5-10+ years of accounting experience, with construction industry experience required
Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP, and construction revenue recognition
Prior experience managing or mentoring staff
Advanced Excel skills
Strong attention to detail with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset
Preferred
CPA preferred but not required
Benefits
Discretionary bonuses
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Company
Vaco by Highspring
Vaco is the Talent Solutions division of Highspring, a leading global professional services organization.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase