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Controller

Kokosing, Inc.
United States, Ohio, Westerville
6235 Westerville Road (Show on map)
Jul 16, 2025
Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 40 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 70 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team. Job Description: The Kokosing Group of Companies is currently seeking a Controller for one of its heavy civil construction operating companies with annual revenues of approximately $1 billion. The position will be based in the company's Westerville, Ohio office. This position is responsible for all aspects of accounting for the company and will serve as the primary point of contact for all accounting matters. Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting is required CPA license and/or MBA highly recommended Experience / Skills: Construction accounting experience is required Experience with Vista by Viewpoint software is highly preferred 10+ years of public accounting experience and/or management experience in a large corporate setting Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail General sense of curiosity with an ability to investigate and solve problems Willingness to take a hands-on approach and assume full ownership of the accounting function for the assigned operating company Essential Job Functions: Manage the month-end close process for the assigned operating company in a timely and accurate manner Prepare and/or review balance sheet reconciliation schedules to ensure compliance with GAAP Prepare, review, and post journal entries to support the month-end close process Oversee the preparation of the monthly WIP schedule Prepare the monthly financial statement reporting package for distribution to management Work with operations to ensure accurate reporting of job cost and billing information Serve as a liaison between operations and accounting Assist in developing the annual budget and quarterly forecast for the operating company Assist with the annual external audit by preparing all necessary workpapers and supporting documents Manage the preparation of year-end income tax schedules for external tax preparers Work closely with Corporate Shared Services (Accounts Payable and Payroll) on all matters related to the operating company Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.