Location: Tulsa, OK 74145
Industry: HVACR Contracting / Construction
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $80,000-$100,000
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Controller to oversee and manage all aspects of financial and administrative operations. This role is integral to maintaining the company's fiscal health, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards, and supporting strategic growth. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in construction or project-based accounting, strong leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to financial management within a dynamic, growing business.
Key Responsibilities:
General Accounting & Financial Management
- Develop and implement accounting strategies, fiscal policies, and internal controls
- Maintain accurate financial records, prepare periodic financial statements, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Oversee general ledger, budgeting, financial reporting, AP/AR, payroll, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Provide financial insights to ownership and leadership to guide strategic planning
- Coordinate with external CPA for annual reviews and tax filings
- Manage cash flow, vendor payments, and company credit card accounts
- Perform cost, ratio, and trend analyses as needed
- Serve as liaison with banking, legal, insurance, and bonding partners
Job Costing & Project Accounting
- Oversee job costing systems, monitor budgets, and prepare work-in-progress reports
- Evaluate bids, subcontractor contracts, and procurement activities
- Collaborate with estimating and operations teams to optimize project profitability and performance
Payroll & HR Oversight
- Process weekly/biweekly payroll and ensure Davis-Bacon and certified payroll compliance
- Manage payroll taxes, fringe benefits reporting, and garnishments
- Oversee employee benefits programs, 401(k) administration, and PTO policy
- Monitor employee receivables and coordinate with management on performance evaluations and recruitment
- Supervise and support workers' comp, auto, and property claims
Team Leadership & Administration
- Supervise accounting and administrative staff; hire, train, evaluate, and support team members
- Ensure effective communication with vendors, employees, and external stakeholders
- Troubleshoot basic IT and software-related issues in coordination with service providers
- Maintain and improve internal office management systems and procedures
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business OR at least 5 years of relevant accounting/financial management experience
- Advanced supervisory and leadership skills
- Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel)
- Hands-on experience with departmental P&Ls, GL control, AP, AR, payroll (including Davis-Bacon), billing, inventory, and job costing
- In-depth understanding of construction or project-based accounting
Preferred Education and Experience:
- CPA designation or MBA strongly preferred
- At least 3 years in a controller or treasurer role within the HVACR or construction industry
- Knowledge of state/federal fiscal laws and trends impacting the HVACR sector
- Experience with contract review, bid evaluations, and project accounting
- Prior experience in a general or trade contracting office
- Strong computer skills with the ability to resolve light IT issues
Work Environment & Expectations:
- Must handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and provide leadership in a fast-paced environment
- Occasional travel may be required to project sites or external partner meetings