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MICHELLE POSENAU

Sarasota,FL

Summary

Experienced Construction Project Controller and Accounts Receivable Specialist with 12+ years in the commercial construction industry. Proven track record of managing over $130 million in active projects, leading companywide billing, implementing and training staff on Procore, and maintaining strict compliance and cost controls. Adept at managing financial operations, reconciling general ledger accounts, and driving process improvements through systems like Procore and Sage Intacct. Project management professional with deep expertise in financial oversight and resource allocation. Strong focus on teamwork and driving projects to successful completion, while adapting to changing requirements. Skilled in budget management, risk analysis, and process improvement. Known for reliability and delivering impactful results.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Controller

Modus Builders
01.2025 - Current
  • Lead financial oversight for residential construction projects, coordinating directly with project managers and accounting.
  • Prepare, track, and reconcile owner billing, vendor payments, and job cost reports.
  • Ensure internal controls and compliance across all project accounting workflows.
  • Conduct financial reporting and forecasting to support project delivery and company growth.

Construction Project Coordinator

Willis A. Smith Construction, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2025
  • Managed $132M+ in active construction contracts across 11 projects and four Project Managers.
  • Led companywide Accounts Receivable and owner billing with annual revenue exceeding $100M.
  • Maintained and reconciled account ledgers and general ledger accounts.
  • Implemented and maintained compliance protocols and internal financial controls.
  • Administered Procore implementation companywide and conducted training sessions for 30+ users.
  • Manage and maintain Procore and Sage Intacct integration, including system setup, troubleshooting, and training.
  • Oversaw permitting, contract writing, RFI and submittal management, and project documentation.

Project Coordinator

RE Crawford Construction
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Prepared and issued subcontractor and owner contracts (AIA).
  • Managed permitting processes and Accounts Receivable for commercial builds.
  • Handled owner and subcontractor change orders and document control.

Cashier Team Lead

AutoNation Ford
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Supervised front desk operations, including register procedures and team onboarding.
  • Provided customer service and payment processing support.

Receptionist Administrator

University of Phoenix
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Managed front desk operations, incoming communications, and office administration.
  • Supported data entry and administrative coordination in a fast-paced office setting.

Education

High School Diploma -

Business Administration

University of Phoenix

Skills

  • Quickbooks
  • Buildertrend
  • Procore (Admin & Training)
  • Sage Intacct & Timberline/Sage 300
  • Owner Billing & AR
  • General Ledger Reconciliation
  • Contract Management (AIA & Subcontracts)
  • Cost Controls & Compliance
  • Permitting & NTO Tracking
  • Document Control & RFI Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite Bluebeam
  • Cost control
  • Project reporting
  • Effective communication
  • Journal entries
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • MS office
  • General ledger entries

Timeline

Project Controller

Modus Builders
01.2025 - Current

Construction Project Coordinator

Willis A. Smith Construction, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2025

Project Coordinator

RE Crawford Construction
01.2012 - 01.2016

Cashier Team Lead

AutoNation Ford
01.2011 - 01.2012

Receptionist Administrator

University of Phoenix
01.2009 - 01.2011

Business Administration

University of Phoenix

High School Diploma -

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