ASSSITANT CONTROLLER at Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Sacramento, California

Job Description:

Assistant Controller - Commercial Construction Company

Location: On-site | Salary: $120,000 - $145,000 + Excellent Benefits
Ledgent, a Roth Staffing Company, is partnering with our client-a well-established and growing commercial construction company with five related entities-in their search for a highly skilled Assistant Controller. This role offers a clear pathway to a future Controller position, providing an exceptional opportunity for long-term career growth within a dynamic and stable organization.

About the Role:



As the Assistant Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. This is a hands-on leadership role that reports directly to the CFO, with the potential to step into that Controller role in the near future.


Key Responsibilities:



This list is representative of the role but not all-inclusive.

• Act as the primary liaison between field operations and finance-ensuring both sides have the timely, accurate information needed to operate efficiently


• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to interpret data, uncover trends, and present meaningful insights to leadership


• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions including general ledger, budgeting, and financial reporting


• Prepare and present division-level financial data at monthly leadership meetings


• Assist the CFO in designing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and internal controls


• Supervise the job costing team, ensuring accuracy in project cost tracking and reporting


• Provide mentorship to team members and promote financial understanding across departments


• Support internal and external audit processes and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field


• Minimum 3 years of experience in finance or accounting within a commercial construction environment


• Proven background in job costing, budgeting, general ledger, and financial reporting


• Experience managing accounting functions for multiple entities, including acquired and startup businesses


• High emotional intelligence with the ability to adapt communication styles to various stakeholders


• Strong ability to present financial concepts in a clear, accessible manner to non-financial team members


• Skilled in financial analysis, with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights


• Experience preparing and presenting financial reports to leadership teams


• Familiarity with construction industry accounting software is a plus

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Competitive salary range: $120,000 - $145,000


• Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)


• Collaborative, in-office work environment that encourages communication and teamwork


• Direct mentorship from the CFO with a clearly defined path to becoming Controller


• Stable, respected company with ongoing growth and strong industry presence

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions. Apply Now