Corporate Controller

Job Description Summary The Corporate Controller is a key financial leadership role responsible for overseeing the company’s corporate and division accounting functions for a large, publicly traded homebuilding organization operating across multiple markets and legal entities. Working closely with the Chief Accounting Officer, this role ensures the integrity, accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of all accounting activities, financial reporting, and internal controls. The Corporate Controller leads a geographically dispersed accounting organization, drives consistent accounting practices across divisions, manages complex homebuilding accounting matters, and serves as a primary liaison with external auditors. Job Details We trust that as a Controller Controller you will: (responsibilities) Financial Reporting & Close Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for corporate and division operations Oversee consolidated financial reporting across all markets and legal entities Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and management schedules Ensure GAAP compliance, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting Homebuilding & Construction Accounting Land acquisition, land development, and lot inventory accounting Capitalization of interest and indirect construction costs Revenue recognition under ASC 606 specific to homebuilding transactions Warranty reserves, model costs, and construction accruals Division Oversight & Standardization Provide functional leadership to division controllers and accounting managers Standardize accounting policies, close calendars, and internal controls across divisions Address market-level accounting nuances while maintaining corporate consistency Technical Accounting & Audit Serve as the primary technical accounting resource for complex transactions Coordinate external audit planning, fieldwork, and issue resolution Support SEC reporting, disclosures, and SOX compliance Systems & Process Improvement Oversee accounting systems, job cost systems, and consolidation tools Partner with Finance and IT on system enhancements and automation initiatives Ensure data integrity across operational and financial systems Leadership & Talent Development Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing accounting organization Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance management Build succession planning and future leadership capabilities What you will need: (competencies, behaviors & attributes) Business Acumen Customer Focus Developing Direct Reports and Others Drive for Results Priority Setting Self-Knowledge About you: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred; MBA preferred 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in homebuilding or construction Public company and multi-division accounting experience strongly preferred FLSA Status: Exempt Will have responsibilities such as: Interviewing, selecting, and training employees Setting rates of pay and hours of work Appraising productivity; handling employee grievances or complaints, or disciplining employees Determining work techniques Planning the work Apportioning work among employees Determining the types of equipment to be used in performing work, or materials needed Planning budgets for work Monitoring work for legal or regulatory compliance Providing for safety and security of the workplace Essential Functions: Successful job applicants will be able to perform these functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Report to Division/Corporate Office/Community daily and adhere to schedule Ability to oversee direct reports daily and provide guidance as needed Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and/or electronic device Ability to have face to face conversations with customers, co-workers and higher level manager Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as needed Ability to operate a motor vehicle Comply with company policies and procedure Physical Demands: Must be able to able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time The ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds *Taylor Morrison experience and/or successful completion of training program may override required education and/or experience requirement. Job descriptions are not intended as, nor should be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of those principal job duties and responsibilities essential for making fair pay decisions about the job. Taylor Morrison