Controller (Union Experience)
Creative Financial Staffing
Osceola, IN · Posted November 12, 2026
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About the job
Controller Location: Osceola, IN Salary: $130,000 – $145,000 (Based on Experience) Schedule: Monday-Friday | 100% Onsite
Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee accounting and financial operations for a growing construction-related business. This hands-on leadership role requires expertise in union payroll , accounts payable and accounts receivable oversight, financial reporting, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting knowledge, construction industry experience, and the ability to enhance financial processes while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Why Apply?
Competitive salary of $130,000-$145,000
Opportunity to lead accounting operations and make a direct impact on the business
Established company with a stable client base and strong leadership team
Hands-on role with the ability to improve processes and reporting
Growth opportunity to implement job costing and WIP reporting procedures
Key Responsibilities
Process weekly union payroll, including fringe benefits, payroll taxes, certified payroll, and union reporting requirements.
Manage payroll activities within QuickBooks Desktop (QBD) and ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
Supervise Accounts Payable functions, including invoice tracking, vendor statement reconciliations, and project-related expense management.
Ensure all vendor invoices are properly entered, coded, and reconciled.
Manage Accounts Receivable operations, including collections, customer billings, and change order oversight.
Review AIA billing packages for completeness and accuracy.
Perform account reconciliations and maintain general ledger accuracy.
Lead month-end close activities and financial reporting.
Implement and enhance job costing and WIP (Work in Progress) reporting.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
Previous Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or Senior Accountant experience.
Required: Union payroll experience , including fringe benefits, payroll taxes, and union reporting.
Experience with QuickBooks Desktop (QBD) .
Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close.
Construction, contracting, or project-based accounting experience preferred.
Experience with job costing and WIP reporting strongly preferred.
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