Controller

AMS Paving is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of our Fontana location. This role is critical to the success of the business and serves as the financial right hand to the General Manager, while also reporting directly to the Corporate Controller and CFO.

The ideal candidate will have deep experience in asphalt paving, maintenance, or construction accounting, with a strong command of job costing, WIP, retention, indirect cost allocations, and equipment allocations. This is a highly visible, hands-on role requiring strong technical accounting skills, operational awareness, and the ability to support multiple stakeholders with timely, accurate reporting.

Founded over 55 years ago with a reputation of being the best in the industry, you'd be joining an organization steeped in legacy and success. With an exceptional employee retention record, we pride ourselves on putting people first as our most valuable asset.

What you're looking for:

• A company with a proven track record of success and an industry wide reputation for taking care of employees and customers
• Excellent base compensation with a generous commission structure paid monthly
• Top tier benefits including medical, dental and vision after 90 days
• 401k retirement plan, PTO, growth opportunities and more
• A community championing each other's success and mentoring employees
• Support of a fully staffed team including sales, marketing, HR, administration and much more

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).
• 7+ years of accounting experience, with significant experience in construction, asphalt paving, or maintenance contracting.
• Demonstrated expertise in:
• Job costing and WIP accounting
• Retention accounting
• Indirect cost and equipment allocations
• Month-end close and reconciliations
• Prior experience managing AP, AR, and payroll teams.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with construction ERP/accounting systems.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment.
• In-office availability in Fontana is required.

What you'll do:

• Financial Operations & Accounting
• Own the monthly close process, including journal entries,