The Plote Family of Companies is a fine example of the American dream realized through over 60 years of hard work, sacrifice and a deep understanding of the value of focused individual effort, performed in concert, to achieve the goal of entrepreneurial success. At Plote we bring expertise, quality, depth of resources, and cutting-edge equipment and technology together to deliver exceptional services in excavation, aggregates, asphalt paving, concrete paving, civil heavy engineering, sustainable materials, commercial development, environmental services, and snow removal.
Due to the promotion of our current Corporate Controller, we are excited to identify our next leader for this role—someone who will continue to build on a strong foundation and drive financial excellence.
Primary function: The Corporate Controller is responsible for the overall leadership, integrity, and performance of the Company’s accounting and financial reporting functions. This role ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of all financial information in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
The Corporate Controller oversees all core accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and tax reporting. This position plays a key leadership role in strengthening internal controls, improving financial processes, and delivering actionable financial insights to support executive decision-making.
The Corporate Controller reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and maintains a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Vice President, Finance – Family Office.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead the preparation and issuance of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and tax compliance
Manage multi-union payroll operations with a large seasonal workforce
Direct the monthly close process, ensuring timely completion, accuracy, and proper review of all reconciliations
Prepare and present financial reporting and analysis, including variance analysis (actual vs. budget, prior periods)
Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and lead the annual financial statement audit
Establish, maintain, and enforce strong internal controls and financial policies
Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy
Monitor financial performance and recommend cost control and operational efficiency improvements
Oversee intercompany accounting, transactions, and reconciliations
Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing accounting team
Prepare and manage the annual submission for the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Contractor’s Certificate of Eligibility, ensuring full compliance
Ensure accurate accounting for fixed assets, including capital additions, disposals, and lease accounting
Oversee union reporting, related payments, and reconciliations
Support regulatory and agency reporting requirements as needed
Provide financial information to our financial institutions
Required Skill/Knowledge:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA preferred)
10–12 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in the construction industry
Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing accounting teams
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
Experience managing external audits and auditor relationships
Experience with corporate tax matters, including C-Corps and S-Corps
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools (Power BI preferred)
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Experience with percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting
Experience in multi-union construction accounting environments
Familiarity with IDOT financial reporting requirements or similar regulatory frameworks
Experience with ERP systems and process automation initiatives
Success Metrics
Financial statements and reporting delivered accurately and on schedule
Clean audit results with no material weaknesses or significant deficiencies
Zero missed regulatory or compliance deadlines
High-quality financial reporting that supports executive and ownership decision-making
Strengthened internal controls and reduced operational risk
Measurable improvements in accounting efficiency and process standardization
Development and retention of a strong, capable accounting team
Well-documented and consistently applied accounting policies and procedures
Plote Construction’s history dates back to the early 1960’s when Ray Plote first built the iconic I-90 tollway through Illinois. For over 60 years Plote Construction has provided Asphalt Paving, Concrete, Excavating and Aggregate & Asphalt materials to the Northern Illinois area. Whether it’s private, public, state or industrial work, Plote Construction is, and always has been, you’re on time and under budget contractor providing turn-key solutions to your every need.