Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Veridian Homes, an innovative company focused on smart growth and green built practices, is seeking a Controller to join our finance team. This role leads accounting and financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and effective cash flow management. The Controller will also oversee and develop the accounting team while supporting the company's strategic financial objectives.

• Supervise and lead accounting staff, including conducting regular one‑on‑one meetings and performance reviews.
• Establish and maintain accurate financial reporting systems, including the chart of accounts.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly financial reporting, including month‑end close processes.
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls related to cash receipts, disbursements, payroll, revenue, and job costing.
• Review account reconciliations on a monthly or quarterly basis.
• Manage and monitor company cash flow, including weekly forecasting.
• Assist with or lead the annual budgeting process, including coordination with department leaders and executive leadership.
• Provide monthly budget‑to‑actual reporting and conduct quarterly budget review meetings.
• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including collections, vendor relationships, and payment approvals.
• Review job costing and gross profit reporting to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate annual audit and tax preparation processes with external partners.
• Maintain relationships with banking and insurance partners, including reporting and policy management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP standards, and applicable regulations.
• Identify and implement process improvements within the finance department including the use of artificial intelligence.
• Participate in strategic planning, management meetings, and company initiatives.

A successful candidate will have a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, and a CPA or CMA designation. The ideal candidate will have 6‑10 years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities. Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, budgeting, and cost accounting is required. The candidate must demonstrate strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

The ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively with executive leadership and cross‑functional teams is essential. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite is required.

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Veridian Homes/Veridian Management Solutions is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.