Assistant Controller (Leadership Track)

Luse Contracting Group
Aurora, IL

Assistant Controller (Aurora, IL)

Leadership Track Position | Aurora, IL | In Office

$80,000 – $100,000+ (Based on Experience)

Are you the kind of person who sees accounting as a strategic tool for building a stronger business -- not just balancing the books?

Do you want to grow into a leadership role where you can help steward a company, develop people, and make a lasting impact?

If so, we want to meet you.

Luse Contracting Group is seeking an Assistant Controller to join our team to assist with various accounting functions and help lead our operating divisions to be the best we can be in the market.

This is a leadership-track opportunity within a stable, family-owned organization for someone who wants meaningful responsibility today and the opportunity to grow into greater leadership over time. We are committed to investing in your professional and leadership development as part of our long-term succession planning.

What You'll Help Accomplish
  • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Oversee field payroll, fixed assets and corporate insurance administration
  • Drive invoicing, collections, job cost analysis and quarter-end close
  • Partner with operational leaders to support business performance
  • Help steward the financial health of a 100+ year-old company
What We're Looking For
  • At least 5-7 years of accounting experience
  • Construction accounting experience preferred
  • Experience with payroll, job costing, WIP schedules, and percentage-of-completion accounting
  • Strong Excel skills
  • CPA preferred
  • High integrity, strong judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset
Why Luse?

Founded in 1923, Luse Contracting Group is a fifth-generation family-owned specialty contractor serving customers throughout the Midwest.

Our culture is built around four core values: Family. Trust. Humility. Generosity.

We believe business is about stewardship. We are looking for someone who wants to contribute to a strong culture, develop as a leader, and help build a company that will thrive for generations to come.

Benefits
  • Union healthcare coverage
  • Paid time off & holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Leadership development opportunities
  • Long-term career growth

 

Luse Contracting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 2026-05-30

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