Controller at 4Creeks, Inc.

Design Division: Corporate

Job Location: Visalia or Clovis

Schedule: Monday - Thursday: 9 hours / Friday: 4 hours

Position Overview and Key Responsibilities:

4Creeks is seeking a Controller to work under the direction of the CFO in our Design Division. This position will be primarily office work. Responsibilities for this position would include:

Corporate Duties:

• Maintain accurate and complete financial books and records of the corporation, including assets, liabilities, revenues, expenses, capital, and retained earnings.
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve accounting policies, internal controls, and financial procedures.
• Prepare and present financial statements and reporting packages for the CFO, CEO, and Board of Directors.
• Support strategic planning initiatives with financial modeling, scenario analysis, and data-driven insights.
  
  
  

Financial Planning Analysis & Reporting:

• Lead annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting processes, in coordination with department and project leaders.
• Monitor and analyze companywide financial performance, including revenue, margins, overhead, utilization, backlog, cash flow, and KPIs specific to professional services.
• Develop dashboards, reporting tools, and consistent performance metrics for leadership.
• Conduct variance analysis and propose corrective actions to improve financial outcomes.
  
  
  

Project & Operational Financial Oversight

• Oversee divisional and project-level accounting, including job cost tracking, reconciliations, and margin analysis.
• Prepare and review WIP reports, project forecasts, and journal entries on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
• Partner with the COO to support project budgeting, WBS creation, and financial review processes.
• Ensure proper project setup and closeout in all financial systems and alignment with company standards.
• Collaborate with project managers and executives on pricing strategies, contract terms, and profitability improvement.
  
  
  

Billing, Invoicing & Accounts Receivable

• Oversee the complete A/R cycle and all client invoicing, ensuring alignment with contract terms and required documentation.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor billing, including SOVs, lien waivers, retainage, and compliance tracking.
• Review monthly unbilled balances and drive timely invoicing and collections.
• Ensure accurate and compliant change order documentation and billing flows.
  
  
  

Contracts & Risk Management:

• Manage and issue subcontracts and vendor agreements, including large material purchases and associated change orders.
• Handle all project insurance and bonding requirements, including tracking and facilitation.
• Research tax requirements by project location, administer payments, and audit for compliance in collaboration with the corporate accountant.
  
  
  

Leadership & Development:

• Coach and mentor staff to meet department objectives and support professional growth.
• Builds and leads high-performing finance and engineering support teams, establishing clear expectations, measurable goals, and a culture of accountability while being a go-to mentor. Must be a leader who likes to get involved withthe team to understand problems, and areas to help in.
• Coaches and develops team members through structured 1:1s, skill-gap assessments, career roadmaps, and targeted training in technical accounting, finance, and engineering operations.
• Leads with transparency and communication, providing clear visibility into financial performance, project health, divisional health, and operational risks for engineering leadership.
• Elevates team decision-making skills by teaching financial modeling and scenario analysis. Champions data-driven leadership, ensuring decisions are backed by analysis, economics, and disciplined divisional evaluation.
• Builds strong succession pipelines by identifying high-potential talent and giving meaningful stretch assignments to accelerate development.
• Leads change management initiatives, helping teams adopt new systems, teaching forecasting methods, and driving operational success with clarity, partnership, and engagement.
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and a CPA certification or MBA is preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ experience as a senior-level accounting or finance manager
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, time management, and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel is required.
  
  
  

Compensation

The salary will be determined by the candidates skill and experience level and highly competitive with industry standards. The benefits package includes full employee health coverage (50% coverage for dependents), company 401(k) contribution, participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and performance bonuses. The expected pay range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000.

About 4Creeks

At 4Creeks Design & Build, we are more than just a Design-Build company; we are a unified team dedicated to delivering excellence from concept to completion. Rooted in Central California, our passion for creating innovative solutions drives us to tackle challenges and transform visions across the region we serve, from California to Colorado and beyond.

Our firm thrives on a collaborative, fun, and challenging work environment, where every team member's value is recognized, and delivering results for our clients is paramount. We believe in the power of collective effort and the unique perspectives each professional brings to the table. Together, we pool our resources, expertise, and creativity to provide comprehensive solutions that change, form, and shape the future of our communities.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we put our people first. Employee ownership creates a unique work environment that will benefit you the first day you walk in the door. You will experience the 4Creeks difference in commitment to quality, a culture of collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of greatness in everything we do. Join us in shaping a new future with a team that is as dedicated to each other as we are to our craft.

How To Apply

For immediate consideration; please apply on our website with your resume and cover letter detailing your background, skills, and experience. Our Human Resource Administrator will contact you promptly for initial interview coordination. If there are any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

The Other Stuff

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, apply range of motion within hands and fingers, including sensitivity to touch, and use a computer. The employee frequently is required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.