Controller

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to lead our day-to-day accounting and finance operations. In this key leadership role, you will oversee the full accounting function, maintain a strong internal control environment, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, and serve as a trusted partner to the CFO, executive team, and broader organization. Your insights and recommendations will help drive decision‑making, operational rigor, and long‑term financial health.

What You Get to Do:

• Maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.


• Ensure process integrity across AP, AR, Payroll, General Ledger, Job Cost, Subcontract Ledger, and Billing.


• Coordinate external financial audits and ensure GAAP compliance.


• Oversee accurate and timely filing of all required taxes (payroll, sales/use, excise, etc.).


• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close, including journal entries, accruals, allocations, and reconciliations.


• Prepare and review financial statements, projections, and variance analyses.


• Publish monthly financial reports within defined timelines.


• Manage all corporate banking relationships and cash accounts.


• Monitor cash flow and working capital; evaluate investment opportunities.


• Lead Accounts Receivable (AR) performance to drive strong collections and reduce Daily Billings Outstanding (DBO), improving cash flow and working capital.


• Oversee weekly payroll, expense processing, and related tax deductions.


• Ensure timely and accurate AP/AR processing and collections.


• Manage monthly corporate credit card reconciliation.


• Understand and manage data flows across ERP, Payroll, Job Costing, GL, AR/AP, and related systems.


• Maintain and update process documentation and internal controls.


• Partner with IT and business leaders on system enhancements and automation.


• Support the CFO with annual budgeting and forecasting.


• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and insights to executives and department leaders.


• Assist with administration of benefit and incentive programs as assigned.


• Lead and mentor a team that may include Project Accountants, Staff Accountants, and Payroll staff.


• Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and career development.


• Establish clear expectations, workflows, and quality standards.

What It Takes:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required).


• CPA license (preferred).


• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.


• Experience in construction, engineering, or other project-based/professional services environments preferred.


• Strong background in GAAP reporting, month-end close, audits, and union payroll.


• Proficiency with enterprise ERP/accounting systems; CMiC and Power BI experience preferred.


• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups).


• Experience with job cost/contract management systems and HR/Payroll/AP/AR/GL integrations.


• Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, cash management, and working capital.


• Excellent time management and ability to balance multiple priorities calmly and accurately.


• High attention to detail, thorough documentation habits, and strong organizational skills.


• Clear and confident communication with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.


• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently or collaboratively.


• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between locations as needed.


• Passes background check, Motor Vehicle Records check and drug screen.

Total Rewards:

GLY provides an excellent total rewards package and abundant opportunities for growth. The salary range for this position is $150,000 to $185,000.

Benefits include:

• Annual Merit and Performance Based Bonus Program


• Retirement Savings Account, with an annual employer matching contribution from GLY


• Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Insurance, with company paid premiums for the employee, and subsidized premiums for dependents


• Health Reimbursement Account


• Employee Assistance Program


• Life, Long Term and Accidental Death/Disability Insurance, and Supplemental Insurance at group rates


• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave


• Mileage Reimbursement Program


• Ongoing professional development opportunities


• Community and Industry Engagement opportunities

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regular, predictable attendance is required.


• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.


• The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).


• Ability to remain in a stationary position at a computer terminal for an extended period.


• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer.


• Productive in an office environment that is subject to frequent interruptions including moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).


• Must be able to wear personal protective gear when required.


• Light to moderate lifting may be required, up to 50 pounds.


• Occasionally move about inside the office.

GLY participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. This information is kept completely confidential, is obtained only after a candidate is hired, and will not be used to pre-screen any job applicant. GLY is also a drug-free workplace and tests all new hires (subject to and in accordance with union bargaining agreements).

GLY is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.