Controller

About the Job

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan, a faith-based, premier nonprofit organization providing senior living and services in Michigan, has a great opportunity to join our finance team, in Southfield Michigan, as a Controller. We invite you to help us create new possibilities for quality living for the seniors we serve.

The Controller is a hands-on finance professional who owns the day-to-day execution of accounting operations across PVM's complex, multi-entity portfolio. This role personally drives the close process, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and audit coordination while directing the Director of Accounting, Director of Business Operations, and Senior Accountants. Reporting to the Sr. VP of Finance, the Controller maintains robust internal controls and manages compliance with HUD, LIHTC, tax-exempt bond, and GAAP requirements. This role requires a leader who is actively involved in execution, contributing directly to the work while guiding the team.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience
• Intermediate to expert proficiency with Excel, GL software, and report writing tools
• Ability to travel up to 10% and work extended hours during close and audit cycles
• In office position, hybrid not fully remote

Preferred:

• CPA certification
• Experience in nonprofit finance, affordable housing, senior living, healthcare, or real estate
• Hands-on multi-entity accounting with HUD, LIHTC, or tax-exempt bond compliance
• Experience coordinating audits, 990 filings, and grant reporting
• SAGE-100, Sage Intact, or similar ERP experience

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Accountability & Integrity - Owns outcomes; delivers with transparency and follow-through.
• Financial Acumen - Interprets complex data across multiple entities; catches what others miss.
• Detail-Oriented - Thorough, precise, and systematic in execution.
• Autonomy - Works independently; doesn't wait for direction on recurring responsibilities.
• Calm Under Pressure - Performs at a high level during close, audit, and reporting cycles.
• Communication - Writes and speaks clearly to staff, leadership, auditors, and external stakeholders.
• Collaboration - Builds trust across Village teams, departments, and external partners.

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