Construction Controller

Job Title: Controller

Location: Shawnee, Kansas

Company: Max Rieke & Brothers, Inc.

About Us:

Max Rieke & Brothers, Inc. is a premier heavy civil construction company based in Shawnee, Kansas. With a decades-long legacy of delivering critical infrastructure projects, we pride ourselves on technical expertise, integrity, and a fleet-heavy operational model. We are seeking a sophisticated Controller who understands the unique financial landscape of heavy-highway and utility construction to oversee our financial operations and support our continued growth.

Position Overview:

The Controller will manage all financial aspects of our heavy civil operations. This role goes beyond general accounting, requiring a deep understanding of unit-price contracting, equipment cost recovery, and the Percentage of Completion (POC) method. You will be responsible for managing complex job costing, KDOT and MoDOT compliance, and the integration of field-to-office data. The Controller acts as a strategic partner to the executive team and works closely with our outside CPA firm. Direct experience with Foundation accounting software and the HCSS suite (HeavyJob/HeavyBid) is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management for multi-million dollar heavy civil projects.
• Manage the work-in-progress (WIP) reporting process, providing accurate analysis of over/under billings and revenue recognition.
• Direct project controls for unit-price and lump-sum contracts, including AIA billings, T&M tracking, and RFC/change order management.
• Ensure strict compliance with KDOT and MoDOT regulations, including Davis-Bacon/Certified Payroll requirements and EEO reporting.
• Monitor heavy equipment life-cycles, calculating internal rental rates and analyzing fuel consumption, maintenance costs, and depreciation to optimize fleet ROI.
• Administer the lien waiver process, bonding capacity, insurance renewals, and certificates of insurance for vendors and subcontractors.
• Optimize ERP and accounting software integrations (Foundation and HCSS) to ensure seamless data flow between project sites and the home office.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for financial reporting and administrative workflows to streamline business processes.
• Coordinate the preparation of all required tax filings and year-end financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and the executive team to provide data-driven financial insights for bidding, budgeting, and strategic planning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA designation is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within the heavy civil or highway construction industry.
• Expertise in construction-specific financial reporting, including POC accounting and job cost analysis.
• Proven proficiency in Foundation accounting software and HCSS (HeavyJob/HeavyBid) is highly desired.
• Strong knowledge of KDOT/MoDOT compliance and public works contracting requirements.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable operational insights.
• A flexible leader who thrives in a diverse, fast-paced construction environment.

Benefits:

Max Rieke & Brothers, Inc. offers a competitive salary and a collaborative, professional work culture. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Profit Sharing
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your specific experience with heavy civil construction accounting and software proficiency at https://maxrieke.com/careers.

Pay: $85,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person