Controller - Cantarella and Son Masonry : Job Details

Job Title: Controller

Location: Pittsfield, MassachusettsCompany Type: Small Union Masonry Construction CompanyJob Type: Full-Time/On SiteReports To: Owner / President

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized, experienced Controller to oversee the financial and accounting operations of our union masonry construction business based in Massachusetts. This key leadership role requires a strong background in construction accounting, union payroll administration, job costing, and financial compliance. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of supporting both day-to-day functions and long-term financial strategy in a small-business environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Financial Management:

• Manage all accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
• Manage month-end, quarterly and year-end close processes and pay and file all payroll taxes per schedule.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and budgets.
• Develop job costing reports and manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules to ensure accurate tracking of project profitability.
• Manage cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting to support ongoing business operations.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.

Union & Payroll Administration:

• Ability to process union-certified payroll, ensuring full compliance with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), prevailing wage laws, and certified payroll reporting requirements (e.g., Massachusetts DCAMM projects, Davis-Bacon Act).
• Submit timely union benefit reports (health, pension, apprenticeship) and handle communications with union administrators.
• Ensure accurate employee time tracking and labor allocations by job and cost code.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure full compliance with Massachusetts tax laws, labor regulations, and federal reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with external CPA for tax planning and year-end audits.
• Maintain insurance, bonding, and licensing documentation, and assist with renewals, audits and prequalification packages.
• Implement and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Maintain and process DCAMM Certification, renewals and evaluations.

Process & Systems Improvement:

• Evaluate and optimize accounting workflows and financial processes.
• Assist with the selection, implementation, and management of accounting and project management software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage 100 Contractor, Foundation, ComputerEase).
• Train and support internal staff on financial systems and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of construction/job-costing accounting experience
• Strong understanding of union payroll processing and reporting in a multi-project environment.
• Proficiency with accounting and construction software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Foundation, or similar including ComputerEase).
• Deep understanding of Massachusetts tax laws, union reporting, certified payroll, and prevailing wage requirements.
• Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with both field and office personnel.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Health insurance contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Profit Sharing (SimpleIRA)
• Potential for year-end performance bonus
• Collaborative and flexible work environment
• Opportunities for professional development