Controller for Development Company

Job Description Job Description Controller – Construction, Development & Commercial Properties Position Summary The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls for a small but active construction, ground-up real estate development, and commercial property ownership company. This hands-on role supports the full real estate lifecycle from land acquisition through stabilized operations and works directly with ownership and senior leadership. Key Responsibilities • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, and cash management • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements • Manage job costing and percentage-of-completion accounting • Track development costs, including land, soft costs, hard costs, financing, and capitalized interest • Coordinate construction loan draws and lender reporting • Oversee commercial property accounting, rent rolls, CAM reconciliations, and operating budgets • Establish internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures • Coordinate tax filings, audits, and reviews with external CPAs • Collaborate with project managers, property management, and ownership Qualifications • Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field • 7+ years of accounting experience with construction and ground-up development • Strong knowledge of job costing, and development capitalization • Experience with commercial property accounting and CAM reconciliations • Proficiency with construction and property accounting software • Advanced Excel skills • Advanced Quick Books Skills Work Environment This is a hands-on role within a lean organization, offering direct exposure to ownership and leadership. The position has a direct impact on project profitability, asset performance, and company financial health. This is a in-office, local position.