Accounting Controller

Mackenzie Stuart; North Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Opportunity to influence financial strategy

Job summary

A growing homebuilding company in North Carolina is seeking an experienced Accounting Controller to oversee all financial operations. This role involves managing day-to-day accounting, ensuring compliance with regulations, and preparing financial statements. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in Accounting, five years of related experience, and strong knowledge in job-cost accounting. The position offers a competitive salary and performance-based bonuses along with an opportunity to significantly influence financial strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
• 5+ years of accounting experience in residential construction or real estate development.
• Strong knowledge of homebuilding job-cost accounting and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage all day‑to‑day accounting operations, including AP/AR, payroll.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant state/federal regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job costing

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Controller to oversee all financial operations for a growing homebuilding company based in North Carolina. This role will lead the accounting function, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support strategic decision‑making across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all day‑to‑day accounting operations, including AP/AR, payroll, job costing, and general ledger
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash‑flow management
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant state/federal regulations
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls
• Partner with construction, sales, and operations teams to track project performance and profitability
• Manage relationships with external auditors, lenders, and financial partners
• Lead and develop the accounting team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally in residential construction or real estate development
• Strong knowledge of homebuilding job‑cost accounting and reporting
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance‑based bonus
• Opportunity to influence financial strategy within a growing homebuilding organization