Corporate Controller

Summary The Corporate Controller is a key financial leadership role responsible for overseeing the company’s corporate and division accounting functions for a large, publicly traded homebuilding organization operating across multiple markets and legal entities. Working closely with the Chief Accounting Officer, this role ensures the integrity, accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of all accounting activities, financial reporting, and internal controls. The Corporate Controller leads a geographically dispersed accounting organization, drives consistent accounting practices across divisions, manages complex homebuilding accounting matters, and serves as a primary liaison with external auditors.

Job Details We trust that as a Controller Controller you will: (responsibilities)
Financial Reporting & Close Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for corporate and division operations

Oversee consolidated financial reporting across all markets and legal entities

Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and management schedules

Ensure GAAP compliance, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting

Homebuilding & Construction Accounting Land acquisition, land development, and lot inventory accounting

Capitalization of interest and indirect construction costs

Revenue recognition under ASC 606 specific to homebuilding transactions

Warranty reserves, model costs, and construction accruals

Division Oversight & Standardization Provide functional leadership to division controllers and accounting managers

Standardize accounting policies, close calendars, and internal controls across divisions

Address market-level accounting nuances while maintaining corporate consistency

Technical Accounting & Audit Serve as the primary technical accounting resource for complex transactions

Coordinate external audit planning, fieldwork, and issue resolution

Support SEC reporting, disclosures, and SOX compliance

Systems & Process Improvement Oversee accounting systems, job cost systems, and consolidation tools

Partner with Finance and IT on system enhancements and automation initiatives

Ensure data integrity across operational and financial systems

Leadership & Talent Development Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing accounting organization

Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance management

Build succession planning and future leadership capabilities

What you will need:

(competencies, behaviors & attributes)
Business Acumen Customer Focus Developing Direct Reports and Others Drive for Results Priority Setting Self-Knowledge

About you:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred; MBA preferred
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in homebuilding or construction

Public company and multi-division accounting experience strongly preferredFLSA Status:
Exempt Will have responsibilities such as:

Interviewing, selecting, and training employees

Setting rates of pay and hours of work Appraising productivity; handling employee grievances or complaints, or disciplining employees

Determining work techniques

Planning the work Apportioning work among employees

Determining the types of equipment to be used in performing work, or materials needed

Planning budgets for work Monitoring work for legal or regulatory compliance

Providing for safety and security of the workplace

Essential Functions:

Successful job applicants will be able to perform these functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Report to Division/Corporate Office/Community daily and adhere to schedule

Ability to oversee direct reports daily and provide guidance as needed

Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and/or electronic device

Ability to have face to face conversations with customers, co-workers and higher level manager

Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as needed

Ability to operate a motor vehicle

Comply with company policies and procedure

Physical Demands:

Must be able to able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

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