Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Job Description

Company:
Synergy Management Group

Location:

Louisville, KY

Position Type:
Full-Time

Compensation:
Starting at $90,000/year (commensurate with experience)

Synergy Management Group is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations for a portfolio of real estate entities. This person will own the books across several distinct real estate LLCs, serve as the steward of all financial record keeping, and act as a trusted partner to ownership. The ideal candidate brings robust accounting experience, strong organizational discipline, and the ability to build and document the systems that keep a growing real estate operation running smoothly.

This is a high-trust, high-ownership position. As part of our hiring process, all candidates will be required to complete a background check.

• Oversee and maintain accurate books and records across multiple real estate LLCs.
• Manage all day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts receivable (AR), accounts payable (AP), and payroll.
• Produce monthly financial reports and present them clearly to ownership.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial data.
• Lead year-end close and coordinate supporting documentation for tax preparation.
• Apply working knowledge of federal and state tax laws to ensure compliance across all entities.
• Track loans and insurance policies, including balances, payments, renewals, and key dates.
• Develop budgets and financial forecasts to support operational and ownership decision‑making.
• Design and implement internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial accuracy.
• Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for accounting and bookkeeping processes.

• 7+ years of relevant accounting and bookkeeping experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
• MBA or CPA certification preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles and practices.
• Demonstrated experience with payroll, AR, AP, year-end close, and bank reconciliation.
• Working knowledge of federal and state tax laws.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Proven ability to document processes and create SOPs.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, App Folio and Quick Books.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to handle confidential financial information with integrity.

• Salary starting at $90,000/year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• A background check will be required as part of the hiring process.

Synergy Management Group is an equal opportunity employer.