At Cuningham, we exist to uplift the human experience — together, we create enduring experiences for a healthy world. As our Controller, you'll join a welcoming team that embraces advanced technologies and flexible work environments, helping us design solutions that are insightful, well-coordinated, and uniquely fitted to their place and purpose.

This is a hybrid position based near one of our Minneapolis, Phoenix, or Las Vegas offices.

The successful candidate will have progressive corporate accounting experience, preferably in the Architectural, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry with a multi-office firm. We're seeking a team player with experience working with accounting software — experience with Deltek Vantagepoint is a plus. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Controller will work closely with department and business leaders and manage the corporate accounting team. They should be highly motivated and thrive in a collaborative workspace, driving change with a continuous improvement mindset.

What you will do

Oversee accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards and regulatory requirements
Evaluate accounting and internal control systems to meet goals and create efficiencies
Maintain internal controls and safeguards for revenue, costs, program budgets, and actual expenditures
Coordinate external audit activity
Coordinate and prepare internal and external financial statements
Develop and monitor business performance metrics
Manage the month-end and year-end close process
Oversee regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance
Analyze financial data and present financial reports accurately and on time; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Assist with the annual budgeting and planning process; administer and review financial plans against actual results, identifying, explaining, and correcting variances as needed
Support the CEO in developing and monitoring financial operating models and delivery
Manage organizational cash flow forecasting
Leverage the strengths of current finance team members, clarify roles and responsibilities, and develop/implement training programs to help the team reach its full potential
Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications across the organization; help create and promote a positive, supportive work environment

What we look for

Bachelor's degree required in business or accounting; MBA preferred
CPA or CMA preferred
10+ years of corporate accounting and finance experience, with 2+ years managing a team preferred (experience in a public accounting/audit capacity is considered equivalent to working in a corporate accounting capacity)
Experience within the AEC industry highly desired
Strong technology, analytics, and management experience
Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint preferred
Strong Microsoft Excel experience required; familiarity with Power BI preferred
Great attention to detail and excellent oral/written communication skills
Self-starter with strong ethical standards
Ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects and deadlines

Why Cuningham?

At Cuningham, we believe the best work happens when people are supported, challenged, and connected. Whether collaborating across teams, engaging with our communities, or shaping meaningful design solutions, we bring pragmatic creativity and disciplined execution to every project — and we support each other through it all.

We nurture an equitable work environment where curiosity is celebrated, craft is valued, and growth is prioritized. Alongside a team that brings low-ego expertise and active leadership day-to-day, you’ll work on complex, high-stakes projects that demand bold thinking and disciplined delivery.

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Cuningham is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the strength diversity brings to the workplace when combined with equity and justice. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, military, or veteran status.

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