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Overview

The Axel Group is seeking a Controller for our client’s team. This is an on-site, direct-hire opportunity with a stable, multi-entity organization where you’ll support leadership with forward-looking reporting, cash flow forecasting, and financial analysis. You do not need prior experience in homebuilding; industry-specific knowledge can be learned on the job.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain weekly cash flow projections across multiple entities
• Coordinate cash management between operating and investment entities
• Prepare complete monthly financial statements for multiple companies
• Track budgets, calculate variances, and report significant issues to management
• Maintain intercompany due to/due from balances and reconciliations
• Maintain and reconcile supporting schedules to the general ledger
• Prepare monthly journal entries
• Complete periodic bank reconciliations and ensure deposits are recorded
• Ensure accounts payable is processed accurately and paid on time (including support of the AP process)
• Coordinate with a payroll provider to process web-based payroll
• Ensure required debt payments are made on time; maintain loan/debt schedules as needed
• Maintain the chart of accounts and an orderly accounting filing system
• Maintain internal controls over accounting transactions
• Maintain accurate job cost budgets and investigate variances
• Prepare and file recurring compliance items as needed (e.g., sales & use tax, 1099s, annual reporting)
• Provide financial analyses and management cost reporting as requested

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 1–3 years of experience; public accounting (CPA firm) background strongly preferred
• Comfort with reconciliations and working in multi-entity and/or multi-client environments
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, well-organized workbooks)
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Exposure to accounting/ERP tools such as MARKS Systems, QuickBooks, or AppFolio is a plus

Compensation

• Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year 

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Direct Hire
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Benefits (as listed): Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off: 15 PTO days