Controller

Job Description

The Controller oversees all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, job costing, financial reporting, internal controls, and budget development. This role requires a strong leader with multi-entity experience and a deep understanding of the residential construction and investment landscape.

LOCATION

Knoxville, TN

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-time, In-Office, Exempt Classification

SUPERVISOR

Chief Financial Officer

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the accounting team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Oversee financial reporting for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with company policies and industry best practices.

• Implement and maintain robust internal controls and accounting procedures.

• Manage job costing processes and ensure accurate tracking of project expenses.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.

• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and executives to provide financial insights and support strategic decisions.

• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions.

• Drive process improvements and system enhancements to support scalability.

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of progressive accounting, including complex accounting functions and financial reporting.

• Ability to oversee accounting activities across multiple legal entities while maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, job costing, project accounting, and financial controls, preferably within the residential construction or real estate industry.

• Proven analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and improve processes.

• Ability to lead, coach, and develop accounting team members while fostering collaboration and accountability.

• Skilled in Microsoft 365 applications, including advanced Microsoft Excel; construction accounting software or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

• Professional certification such as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefit Plans Available

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Company Holidays

• Paid Short-term, Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Paid Life Insurance

• 401K + Company Matching

COMPENSATION

• Full-Time, Exempt FLSA Classification

• Paid bi-weekly

• Salary Range, dependent on experience, $105,000 - $130,000

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Turner Companies provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and sincerely held religious beliefs unless doing so would cause undue hardship.

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