Assistant Controller

Mungo Homes has an opening for an Assistant Controller in our Corporate Office in Irmo, SC! This position supports the Vice President & Controller in the management of the accounting function and assists in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. This position plays a key leadership role in the monthly close process, account reconciliations, job cost accounting oversight, financial analysis, and support of accounting team members across multiple divisions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (performs other duties as assigned) Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes. Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts for accuracy and completeness. Assist in preparing monthly reporting packages and required submissions to corporate/home office. Review transactions and financial data to ensure accurate accounting treatment. Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Support external audits, internal audits, and tax-related requests. Assist in ensuring compliance with company policies, GAAP, and regulatory requirements. Review processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy. Support the Controller in managing the accounting department. Provide guidance and training to staff accountants and accounting personnel. Assist with workload prioritization and departmental projects. Serve as a resource for divisional accounting questions and issue resolution. Identify opportunities to automate and streamline accounting processes. Participate in accounting system implementations, upgrades, and integrations. Develop and maintain reporting tools to improve visibility and decision-making. Assist with special projects, acquisitions, integrations, and process improvement initiatives. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. CPA designation preferred. 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience. Prior construction, real estate development, or homebuilding industry experience preferred. Experience with multi-entity accounting environments preferred. Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting. Supervisory or leadership experience preferred. Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) - Advanced Excel skills KOVA software (ability to learn) Experience with ERP/accounting systems. Business Unit - Mungo Homes The Mungo family started building new homes in Columbia, South Carolina in 1954. With a track record of success based on quality, value, and stability, Mungo Homes builds new homes in ten markets throughout South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia. In 2018, Mungo Homes proudly became part of the Clayton Properties Group family of companies; and still family-focused, Mungo Homes remains committed to the quality and innovation that has led to our success since 1954! Mungo Homes has a long tradition of improving the communities in which we build, and through the Mungo Homes Foundation provides economic, educational, health, housing, and emergency hardship support to charitable organizations. A portion of each home sold is invested in each local community. We don't hire people, we adopt them! We really want you to feel like you’re part of the family when you work at Mungo Homes. And that’s exactly what our Team Members say! At Mungo Homes, company culture is important to us: we believe that family and faith come first, and a healthy work-life balance is paramount. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clayton Homes