Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Hands‑on leadership. Real estate depth. Zero fluff. A family‑owned real estate investment and development firm is hiring a Controller to own the financial engine of a multi‑entity, vertically integrated real estate investment and development firm. This is a true player‑coach role responsible for leading close, forecasting, and strategic reporting while personally handling the work in a lean, family‑run environment. You’ll partner closely with the principals, bring clarity to complex project accounting, and help scale systems and processes as the business grows.

This role is built for a seasoned real estate accountant who prefers doing the work, not delegating it, and who thrives in a collaborative, no‑ego culture.

This role is for a grounded, experienced Controller who values substance over status. Someone comfortable in a casual office, confident enough to work shoulder‑to‑shoulder with ownership, and motivated by building something long‑term with a tight‑knit team. If this sounds like you, apply now!

• Own and execute day‑to‑day accounting across multiple entities and projects
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close with accurate, timely financials
• Prepare and review P&Ls, balance sheets, cash flow statements, journal entries, and reconciliations
• Manage general ledger activity, variance analysis, and internal controls
• Oversee project‑based accounting, with each development maintained as a separate entity
• Build and manage company‑wide budgets, project budgets, and rolling forecasts
• Develop financial models and projections to support capital planning and growth decisions
• Analyze project performance, profitability, and cash flow across homebuilding and rental portfolios
• Provide leadership with clear insights into trends, risks, and opportunities
• Serve as primary liaison with the external CPA firm
• Lead selection and implementation of a new ERP system, including data migration, testing, and training
• Improve workflows and optimize accounting and reporting processes post‑implementation
• Coordinate accounting for rental properties alongside the property management company

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience as an Accounting Manager or Controller in real estate, homebuilding, construction, or project‑based environments
• Proven experience with multi‑entity accounting structures
• Strong command of financial statements, GL, reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Experience with budgets, forecasts, and financial modeling
• Comfortable working directly with external CPAs and supporting tax preparation
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to operate independently in a lean team
• Politically savvy, collaborative, and respectful in a family‑owned business
• CPA, WIP schedule experience, or HR exposure are a plus

• 10–20% discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
• Medical coverage for employee and family with company contributions
• Generous PTO + all federal holidays
• Stable, low‑turnover company where people stay for decades
• Real path to CFO as the company continues to scale
• Casual, non‑corporate work environment with zero red tape