Schedule: Monday-Friday (full-time)
Pay Rate: $55-$60/hour
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Contract Controller to lead the day-to-day accounting and finance operations for a growing organization. This hands-on leadership role will oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, general accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close activities while partnering closely with the CFO and executive leadership team. The ideal candidate is a strong accounting professional who enjoys balancing operational execution with strategic financial oversight.
What We're Looking For:
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibility
- Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager or similar accounting leadership role preferred
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting best practices
- Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, general ledger, and month-end close processes.
- Proven ability to lead accounting teams while remaining hands-on with day-to-day operations
- Strong ERP/accounting system experience and advanced Excel skills
- Ability to partner effectively with CFOs, executive leadership, and operational stakeholders
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset
- Experience in construction, general contracting, manufacturing, or project-based environments is highly preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation is a plus
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and quickly make an impact in a contract assignment
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO/AA)
Skills Required
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibility
- Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager or similar accounting leadership role
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting best practices
- Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, general ledger, and month-end close processes
- Proven ability to lead accounting teams while remaining hands-on with day-to-day operations
- Strong ERP/accounting system experience
- Advanced Excel skills
- Ability to partner effectively with CFOs, executive leadership, and operational stakeholders
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Experience in construction, general contracting, manufacturing, or project-based environments
- CPA designation
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and quickly make an impact in a contract assignment
- Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without visa sponsorship
What We Do
Since 2003, Clark Schaefer Consulting has been providing superior accounting, control and technology/cybersecurity services to the business community. The Firm has an established reputation for delivering outstanding and customizes solutions for a reasonable cost. Integrity, quality, respect, and innovation are all values that we deliver to our clients, and are therefore traits found in our employees. Subsequently, as a Firm, Clark Schaefer Business Advisors provide elite, next-level services to the largest and fastest growing companies within the marketplace. Dedicated to our client's success, we specialize in customizing scalable solutions and deliver superior results. While our reputation and history may open doors, it is our holistic approach and exceptional service that ensures we are invited back.
