Controller - Real Estate Dev. Construction

We are a vertically integrated real estate development and construction company with approximately 50 employees across multiple divisions, including quarry operations, site development, construction, and property management. We own, develop, and manage a diverse portfolio of mixed-use commercial and residential properties through a structure of approximately 15 LLCs. We are a hands-on, relationship-driven organization looking for the right person to grow with us.

Position Summary

The Controller will serve as the senior financial leader responsible for the day-to-day management of our accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls across all entities. This role partners closely with department heads, the accounting team, and company leadership — including direct support to the President and Vice President on both business and personal financial matters. The ideal candidate is a seasoned financial professional who thrives in a complex, multi-entity environment and is comfortable rolling up their sleeves.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting functions across approximately 15 LLCs, including consolidation, intercompany transactions, and entity-level reporting
• Produce accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintain and manage a large, multi-division chart of accounts
• Ensure proper accounting for construction projects, land development, property acquisitions, and ongoing property operations
• Manage draw requests, loan compliance, and reporting requirements for multiple lenders and banking relationships
• Oversee job costing and project accounting across construction and site development activities

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Partner with department heads in quarry operations, site development, construction, and property management to develop and maintain annual operating budgets
• Monitor budget-to-actual performance and provide variance analysis and actionable recommendations to leadership
• Assist in cash flow forecasting and capital planning across entities

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor the accounting team, including a Senior Accountant, Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk, and Property Manager Bookkeeper
• Establish and enforce consistent accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Coordinate with external CPAs for tax preparation, audits, and compliance

Insurance & Risk Management

• Manage the company's commercial insurance portfolio, including general liability, builders risk, property, auto, and workers' compensation policies
• Coordinate renewals, audits, certificates of insurance, and claims in partnership with brokers and carriers
• Identify and address coverage gaps as the business grows and evolves

Executive & Personal Financial Support

• Serve as a trusted financial resource to the President and Vice President for both business and personal financial matters
• Assist with personal financial organization, reporting, and coordination with outside advisors as needed
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses, summaries, and presentations for leadership decision-making

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting or financial management experience
• Experience in real estate development, construction, or property management (multi-entity experience strongly preferred)
• Solid understanding of job costing, construction accounting, and property management accounting
• Familiarity with loan administration, draw processes, and lender reporting
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Yardi, or similar platforms)
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with large, complex charts of accounts
• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop accounting staff
• High degree of discretion, integrity, and professionalism

Preferred

Familiarity with LLC structures and intercompany accounting

• Experience supporting executive-level personal financial matters

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Benefits package including health insurance and paid time off, 401K
• Opportunity to build and shape the financial infrastructure of a growing organization

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

2026