The Axel Group is seeking a Controller to join our client's team in New Haven County, CT. Our client, a well-established general contracting and construction management firm with over 60 years of experience, is experiencing significant growth and has a strong pipeline of upcoming projects. This role will be responsible for overseeing all general accounting functions, including financial analysis and reporting, payroll, accounts payable, job costing, and collaborating with external auditors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise the accounting team while coordinating activities for field operations and projects.
• Oversee the monthly closing process of the General Ledger and Subsidiary Ledgers.
• Prepare internally generated monthly financial statements.
• Provide accounting and financial insights to the estimating department for bid proposals as needed.
• Manage job requisition processes and collaborate with project managers to review job costs.
• Review change orders, work orders, and other project-related documents with project managers.
• Oversee the Lien Waiver process.
• Direct, plan, and implement business policies and objectives to enhance productivity and ensure operational continuity.
• Assess staff performance to identify opportunities for cost reduction, program improvement, or policy updates.
• Manage and supervise the company’s annual budget process on a monthly basis.

Qualifications & Skills:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5-10 years of accounting experience with strong computer and analytical skills.
• CPA or MBA preferred.
• Experience with Sage and Procore software is highly desirable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff and maintain effective working relationships across the company.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.