Sr Accountant/Controller

Senior Accountant / Controller – Direct Hire Opportunity

Maryland / DC / Virginia Area

Full-Time Direct Hire

Placement Through: Superior Skilled Trades

Position Overview

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Controller for a well-established construction contractor specializing in commercial building envelope solutions. This leadership role oversees all financial operations, job costing, payroll, compliance, and reporting while supporting executive leadership and project teams.

The ideal candidate brings strong construction accounting experience, deep knowledge of WIP reporting and job costing, and the ability to manage financial performance across multiple entities.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee full accounting operations using QuickBooks

Manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and payroll processing

Prepare and review AIA billing, pay applications, lien releases, and requisitions

Maintain and monitor Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules

Produce monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, AR Summary)

Manage job costing and project profitability reporting

Handle certified payroll reporting and compliance

Oversee wrap-up insurance programs, bonds, and subcontractor documentation (W-9s, COIs)

Manage GL, Umbrella, Auto, and Workers’ Comp insurance audits

Coordinate with CPA on tax filings and financial reporting

Assist estimating with insurance deductions and bid-related financial documentation

Support financial oversight for affiliated real estate/property entities

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of construction accounting experience

Strong knowledge of:

Job costing

WIP reporting

AIA billing

Certified payroll

Construction compliance documentation

Experience with QuickBooks (required)

Familiarity with platforms such as Textura, TradeTapp, LCP Tracker, e-Mars, and wrap-up insurance systems preferred

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to work closely with project managers and executive leadership

What We’re Looking For

Detail-oriented and disciplined financial leader

Strong understanding of construction financial workflows

Ability to manage multiple entities and reporting structures

Proactive communicator who can support both field and office teams

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