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Controller/Accounting Department Manager
Performance Pipelining Inc —Ottawa, IL
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Relocation assistance
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ILLINOIS VALLEY MACHINE SHOP, INC —Ransom, IL
- $41,600 - $50,000 a year
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- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- GAAP
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Chief Deputy Auditor
Lasalle County —Ottawa, IL
- $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Office
- 3 years
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- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
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Polston Tax Resolution & Accounting —United States
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- Research
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- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; or an Associate’s degree (or a minor) coupled with significant applicable work experience.
$80,000 - $95,000 a year
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Controller/Accounting Department Manager

Performance Pipelining Inc
Ottawa, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,000 - $95,000 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Disability insurance
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Accounting experience within construction industry
Corporate law compliance support experience
Construction project reporting
Accounting systems
Preparation of internal financial performance reports
Microsoft Excel
ASC 606
Job order costing
Construction industry experience
Vendor relationship management
Revenue recognition
Financial data analysis tools
Banking
Financial compliance
Excel data analysis

Full Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Controller/Accounting Department Manager to lead the accounting and financial operations of a $40M infrastructure construction company located in a beautiful and cost-effective community west of Chicago. This role is critical to ensuring accurate job costing, reliable financial reporting, strong cash flow management, corporate reporting and compliance across all projects and company operations. The ideal candidate combines deep construction accounting expertise (percentage-of-completion, WIP, retainage, lien management) with the leadership skills to manage an accounting team and partner closely with company operations, project management, and executive leadership teams.

This role ensures that the accounting and financial functions meet the fiduciary responsibilities of the ownership. The position reports directly to the Chief Strategic Officer and is suited for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced construction environment, understands construction workflows, and embraces a disciplined approach to the associated financial and operational controls. This position is a go-to resource for the leadership team when making strategic decisions and will be able to support the leadership team through substantial growth and expansion.

Core functions include:

Corporate compliance, accounting activities and financial record keeping and filings
Construction project/job-based financial activities and related reporting
Payroll management and Human Resource activity tracking/records
Cash flow management and banking
Budgeting, forecasting & strategy
Application of internal financial controls policies and procedures
Relationship management with professional service providers, banks, lenders and vendors
Supervision of the departmental support staff

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; or an Associate’s degree (or a minor) coupled with significant applicable work experience.

Required Knowledge:

Strong knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting, WIP schedules, and job costing
Proficiency with construction accounting software (e.g., Sage 300 CRE/Sage Intacct Construction, Viewpoint Vista/Spectrum, Foundation, CMiC, or similar)
Advanced Excel skills; experience with financial reporting and dashboard tools
Solid understanding of GAAP, ASC 606, and construction-specific compliance requirements
Experience managing relationships with sureties, banks, and external auditors

Experience Required:

Minimum 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3-5 years in construction accounting involving multi-million dollar contracts with self-performed work and sub-contractor agreements.

Compensation:

Salary of $80,000-$95,000 commensurate with experience.
Bonus opportunities.
Benefits package including:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
401(k) with an employer match
PTO
Relocation costs may be available.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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