Project Controller

Posted Yesterday
Be an Early Applicant
Goodyear, AZ, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Professional Services • Transportation • Utilities • Industrial
The Role
Manage project P&L for large construction mega-projects, mentor project accountants, coordinate cost forecasting, owner billing, AR collections, job closeout, legal documentation, and monthly cost reporting while liaising with operations and accounting leadership.
Summary Generated by Built In

OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking a Project Controller for our Building Group located in Goodyear, AZ.

As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing.  Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

  • Challenging, complex work
  • Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
  • Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work
  • Opportunities for growth, training, and development
  • Flexibility in career path & progression
  • Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordination of P&L on project with large contract values (generally close to or over $1billion)
  • Mentor and train Project Accountants and Associate Project Accountants if applicable
  • Represent the company in owner and JV meetings and relations.
  • Manage all job and subcontractor-related duties listed below on mega projects:
    • Heavy involvement in cost forecasting
    • Coordination of owner billing
    • Develops strong relationship with project staff
    • Detailed review of all line items of cost report
    • Provide analytical information to project Operations team on individual jobs (Program Manager/Regional Operations Manager level)
    • Report issues and findings to Business Group Accounting Manager and project staff
    • Review to ensure all cost and billings are booked in the proper months
    • Run and review report of outstanding accounts receivable and contact Program Manager/Regional Operations Manager for collection
    • Finalize job closeout, including providing final documentation to owner and handling any open issues
    • Coordination of documentation on legal issues
    • Journal entry cost as necessary for confidential items

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting or equivalent
  • 3-5 years of construction accounting experience required
  • Experience in CMiC or other ERP systems preferred
  • Experience in reading or interpreting financial statements
  • Strong verbal and written skills needed to communicate with external subcontractors and internal mid to upper level management
  • Some light travel involved

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [email protected].  

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran

Salary Range Disclaimer

Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent
  • 3-5 years of construction accounting experience
  • Experience in CMiC or other ERP systems
  • Experience reading or interpreting financial statements
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to travel lightly as needed
Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
8,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1898

What We Do

The Walsh Group is a fourth-generation, family-owned construction company headquartered in Chicago, providing design, build, finance, and operation services for a wide variety of projects across North America. As one of the largest contractors in the United States, it operates through its subsidiaries—Walsh Construction, Archer Western, and Walsh Canada—specializing in the building, transportation, and water sectors to deliver industry-leading infrastructure.

Similar Jobs

PNC Bank Logo PNC Bank

Software Engineering Mgr. - Merchant Services Applications

Machine Learning • Payments • Security • Software • Financial Services
Hybrid
Phoenix, AZ, USA
55000 Employees

PNC Bank Logo PNC Bank

Software Engineer

Machine Learning • Payments • Security • Software • Financial Services
Remote or Hybrid
USA
55000 Employees
86K-173K Annually

Boeing Logo Boeing

Senior Industrial Engineer - BDS Fabrication

Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
In-Office
Mesa, AZ, USA
170000 Employees
122K-166K Annually

Enverus Logo Enverus

Application Support Analyst

Big Data • Information Technology • Software • Analytics • Energy
In-Office or Remote
3 Locations
1800 Employees
43K-45K Annually

Similar Companies Hiring

Blissway Thumbnail
Computer Vision • Fintech • Hardware • Internet of Things • Machine Learning • Software • Transportation
Denver, CO
24 Employees
Toro TMS Thumbnail
Cloud • Enterprise Web • Sales • Software • Transportation
Chicago, IL
80 Employees
Amalgamated Sugar Thumbnail
Food • Greentech • Agriculture • Industrial • Manufacturing
Boise, Idaho
768 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account