Controller (Construction) - Cicero, IL

LaSalle Network is hiring for a Controller to join our Cicero based an award-winning civil and general construction contractor client that believes building great people matters just as much as building great roads.

If you’re a Controller who enjoys rolling up your sleeves, partnering with Operations and building systems that actually work in the real world, this could be your next long-term home. This role is in office in Cicero, Illinois 4x a week and is budgeted up to a base salary of $140,0000 with additional annual incentives offered. A comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees

Responsibilities:

• Lead the accounting function across multiple entities
• Own month-end and year-end close, ensuring accurate and timely financials
• Oversee job cost accounting, WIP reporting and margin analysis
• Partner closely with Operations to translate numbers into insights
• Manage cash flow, AP/AR, banking relationships and working capital
• Support budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning
• Lead, mentor and develop an accounting team in a fast-paced environment
• Improve processes, internal controls and systems using smart automation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
• 5+ years of accounting experience; 2+ years in a Controller or similar role
• Strong construction or operational finance experience
• Proven success partnering with Operations leaders
• Experience managing banking relationships and financial risk
• A hands-on leader who builds people, not just processes
• Growth mindset, high integrity and strong ownership mentality

Why our client?

• Grassroots culture with serious growth momentum
• Leadership team that truly invests in its people
• Opportunity to shape the future of a growing organization
• Unlimited PTO, 401(k), health, dental & vision insurance and more

If you are interested in the Controller role, Please apply today!

Thank You,

Arden Dyer
LaSalle Network