VP, Controller

RailWorks Corporation

. Acts as subject matter expert for site accounting and accounting-related issues .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management, accounting principles, and compliance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley regulations. Proficient in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting while effectively managing teams and projects in a construction environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Finance Or AccountingCPA7 Years Senior-Level Finance Or Accounting ExperienceKnowledge Of Federal, State, And Local Financial RegulationsAbility To Analyze Financial Data And Prepare Financial Reports

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingBudgetingForecastingCost Control PrinciplesPercentage-Of-Completion AccountingAutomated Financial Reporting SystemsVariance AnalysisMonth-End Close ProcessInternal ControlsFinancial Statement Preparation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsWritten And Verbal Communication SkillsDiscretionProfessionalismStaff Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteAdvanced Excel Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Construction AccountingJoint VenturesRegulatory ComplianceNorth American Cross Border ExperienceHR Practices And Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Acts as subject matter expert for site accounting and accounting-related issues
Prepares or oversees monthly, quarterly, annual, and periodic accounting and financial information, including variance reports, budgets, financial statements, and forecasts
Supports multiple construction project teams and manages their financial needs and reporting requirements
Manages the financial side of joint ventures, from both lead and minority positions
Ensures integrity of financial records through internal controls compliant with Company policies, GAAP, and Sarbanes-Oxley
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements
Prepares or oversees reports to government and regulatory agencies
Prepares analyses for and acts as liaison with internal and external auditors
Manages the month-end close process
Manages site implementation of corporate accounting-related initiatives
Leads preparation of the annual operating budget
Performs annual staff performance evaluations
Interviews, trains, and supports staff in policies and procedures, payroll, AP, AR, job costs, and HR
Prepares ad hoc reports and works on special projects
Acts as financial liaison between corporate accounting and field operations
Manages staff and processes for the Major Projects finance and shared services hub
Manages financial and accounting functions for the group and supports the full cycle of new projects from bidding through completion

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
CPA a plus
A minimum of 7 years senior-level finance or accounting experience
North American cross border experience preferred
Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems
Knowledge of federal, state, and local financial regulations
Working knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting for construction contracts preferred
General knowledge of HR practices and laws
Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
Working knowledge of short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting
Ability to perform with a high level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity
Ability to effectively train and manage staff
Ability to manage multiple projects within tight timeframes
Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work remotely with managers and staff in various locations
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills
Some travel required - 15-30%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Additional performance incentives