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Construction & Trade Accounting Services by Controller Works

Built for Builders: Accounting That Works as Hard as You Do. We help construction firms, contractors, and trade businesses stay on budget, manage job costing, and improve cash flow clarity, all without back-office chaos.
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Who We Serve

We proudly support general contractors, residential and commercial builders, subcontractors (including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical), remodelers, and specialty trades like landscaping and painting. Our tailored accounting solutions help each trade stay profitable, compliant, and ready to grow.

We specialize in helping

  • General Contractors
  • Residential & Commercial Builders
  • Subcontractors (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.)
  • Remodelers and Renovation Crews
  • Landscaping, Painting, and Specialty Trades

What We Handle for You

Our accounting services are designed specifically for the challenges in construction and field-based work:

Job Costing & Project Tracking

We make sure labor, materials, and overhead are accurately tracked—by job, by phase, and by location.

Subcontractor Oversight

 We help you manage subs’ W-9s, payments, compliance docs, and 1099s; all without dropping the ball.

Cash Flow Forecasting

We help you stay ahead of long payment cycles with weekly and monthly cash flow views built just for project-based work.

Project Reporting That Makes Sense

Progress billing, over/under reports, budget variance analysis; we translate the numbers into useful insights.

Cash Flow Forecasting

We help you stay ahead of long payment cycles with weekly and monthly cash flow views built just for project-based work.

Seamless Integration With Your Construction Tech

We speak your software language, and we make your numbers work across platforms. Whether you’re using Buildertrend, JobTread, or another job management system, we integrate these tools with QuickBooks Online and your reporting process for cleaner data and better decisions.

Buildertrend Users

  • Reconcile job costs between Buildertrend and QuickBooks
  • Clean up duplicate or mis-coded entries
  • Track actual vs. estimated costs and margins per job
  • Sync project updates with your accountant in real-time

JobTread Users

  • Linking cost codes and categories across systems
  • Ensuring vendor and subcontractor payments are tracked properly
  • Custom reporting for cash flow, profit per project, and more
  • Collaborating with your JobTread onboarding team to streamline accounting
Ask about JobTread integrations on your free call

Don't see your system listed?

We also work with CoConstruct, Jobber, and other platforms. If it tracks time, cost, or projects we’ll help you make sense of it.

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Since we began working together, Mariana has done an excellent job managing my bookkeeping, payroll, and taxes, which has taken a lot off my plate. I look forward to continuing our work together for many years to come.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Mariana is absolutely fantastic. My husband and I were referred to her by our previous accountant who no longer could handle their workload. It was a stressful time as a business owner as we did not know what would happen with our accounting. Mariana not only made us feel comfortable but made the transition seamless. She is extremely organized, professional, and most importantly, she is reliable. I would recommend her to any business owner in need of her services.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Mariana stepped in to help us with a nightmare of a payroll problem. She has been an absolute lifesaver, and working with her continues to be one of the best decisions we ever made! Recommend without hesitation.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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The best accountant I’ve ever had the pleasure to work with. Customer service is unbeatable along with the quality of the work. Highly recommend
  
 
  
 
 
 
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I have the best accountant, the most helpful and efficient all. Thank you, almost 7 more years together, I hope to have you for many, many years

How It Works

Free Consultation

We’ll talk about your goals and challenges.

Custom Plan

You’ll get a flat-fee service proposal with zero surprises.

Smooth Onboarding

Our team handles the transition, cleanup, and integrations.

Consistent Support

You’ll have clear monthly reports, weekly support (if needed), and a dedicated team.

Ready to Get Back on Track?

Don’t let job cost confusion or cash flow delays hold your business back.
 We’ll help you build a financial system that supports your vision—and your crew.
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Construction & Trade Accounting by Controller Works

We set up systems that track labor, materials, subcontractor costs, and overhead by job and by phase. You’ll always know your actual vs. estimated costs, so you can adjust before it’s too late.

Yes! We integrate with popular systems like Buildertrend, JobTread, CoConstruct, Jobber, and Knowify. We make sure your project data syncs smoothly with QuickBooks Online and your financial reports.

No problem. We specialize in cleanup projects and can get your books caught up and organized. From there, we set up processes to keep everything accurate moving forward.

Yes! Our goal is to empower you with clear, real-time data so you make confident decisions. You’ll always have access to your books and reports, plus our team is just a message or call away.

We offer flat-fee pricing based on the complexity and scope of your business. After your free consultation and QuickBooks review, you’ll receive a transparent proposal with no hidden charges.

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