Fractional Financial Controller (Construction) – Part-Time | QuickBooks + Job Costing - Contract to Hire

Draughn Building Company is a growing residential construction firm in the Raleigh–Durham, NC area. We’re looking for a Construction Accounting Manager / Fractional Controller who can take full ownership of our financial operations and build the systems we need to scale smoothly — without overspending or losing financial control. This is a hands-on + ownership role. We need someone who understands construction accounting, can set up our financial processes correctly from the start, manage job costing, and give the business clear financial visibility. You won’t just “do the books” — you will build and run the financial foundation of the company. If you are proactive, organized, and enjoy creating order and clarity for contractors, this will be a great long-term fit. Responsibilities Manage QuickBooks Online: bookkeeping, reconciliations, accuracy, chart of accounts Build internal financial systems & workflows (AP/AR, job costing, COIs, W-9s, vendor/sub onboarding, reporting) Align job costing between QuickBooks + JobTread Monthly close & financial reporting with insights (not just data dumps) Track cash flow & provide financial clarity to the owner Build templates, dashboards, and repeatable processes that scale Identify financial risks, inefficiencies, and improvements proactively You’re a Great Fit If You… Have 3–10+ years in construction accounting, bookkeeping, or controller roles Know residential construction job costing well Can create the system and then run it with minimal supervision Value accuracy, clarity, and strong financial controls Communicate clearly and take initiative Want a long-term fractional role that grows with the company Bonus (not required): US-based, familiar with NC construction, or JobTread experience Hours & Engagement Start at 12–20 hours/month Autonomy: you’ll own the financial function and keep the owner informed Flexible schedule – results matter more than hours Opportunity to increase hours as project volume grows Compensation Balanced and competitive based on experience. We’re not looking for the cheapest or the most corporate—just the right person who brings value and efficiency as we scale. Please include your hourly rate range. To Apply Please include: Brief intro to your construction finance experience Your QuickBooks Online + job costing experience level One financial system or process you built or improved for a contractor Your hourly rate range Apply tot his job