Controller

A Controller at a well-established construction and real estate development firm is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and compliance across multiple projects and entities. This role partners closely with executive leadership to drive financial strategy, ensure accuracy of financial data, and support decision-making to optimize overall business performance.

Client Details

The client is a long-standing construction and real estate development organization with a strong track record of delivering large-scale residential and commercial projects. The company is recognized for its stability, high-quality standards, and full-cycle project management, from initial development through final delivery.

Description

Key responsibilites of the controller include:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial reporting
• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, and forecasts for multiple entities and projects
• Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies
• Monitor cash flow, manage banking relationships, and oversee treasury functions
• Partner with executive leadership to support strategic financial planning and decision-making
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, ensuring high performance and professional development
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other third-party stakeholders
• Analyze financial results and provide insights to improve operational efficiency and profitability

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA or CPA-track preferred
• 7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within construction, real estate, or project-based environments
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and multi-entity accounting structures
• Proven experience managing full-cycle accounting operations and leading month-end/year-end close
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience mentoring and developing accounting teams
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset
• Advanced proficiency in accounting systems and Excel
• Strong understanding of internal controls, compliance, and audit processes
• Ability to communicate financial insights effectively to senior leadership and non-finance stakeholders
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Job Offer

Salary and benefits package!

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