A prominent scaffolding company is looking for a Controller to join their team! The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction accounting, job costing, payroll compliance, and financial reporting. This role requires hands-on financial management while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and optimizing financial efficiency.

This on-site position located in Midtown Manhattan with an annual salary of up to $125,000 plus bonus.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or similar
• 5+ years of accounting experience in the construction industry
• Proficiency with Sage and Excel

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow).
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial models to guide decision-making.
• Oversee job costing, WIP reports, and project profitability analysis.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable and receivable records, ensuring timely invoicing and collections.
• Process payroll for field and office employees, ensuring compliance with wage laws.
• Manage certified payroll, prevailing wage compliance, and union reporting.
• Handle tax filings (payroll, sales, business) and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships.
• Implement cost-saving measures and improve financial efficiency.
• Manage lien laws, AIA billing, and progress payments for project-based revenue.
• Collaborate with project managers, operations, and executive leadership on financial planning.
• Manage and mentor finance and accounting staff.
• Ensure insurance, bonding, and risk management compliance.

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Colby Neumann