Controller

Epcon Communities; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company provided short and long-term disability coverage

401(k) Plan with company match

Paid time off including vacation, holidays and sick

Job summary

Epcon Communities is seeking an Assistant Controller in Dublin, Ohio to manage accounting operations across corporate departments and divisions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA preferred, and 10+ years of accounting experience including leadership roles. Responsibilities include overseeing financial operations, producing financial statements, and managing the budgeting process. The role offers a competitive salary with bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, disability coverage, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in residential homebuilding or construction industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations including accounts payable, payroll, and construction accounting.
• Produce monthly financial statements for all corporate divisions.
• Support the annual budgeting process.
• Work with Regional Presidents for budget variance analysis.
• Review month end reconciliations and improve the month end process.
• Partner with the Controller to manage accounting staff.
• Lead external audit process and prepare audit schedules.
• Identify opportunities for automation in accounting procedures.
• Maintain internal controls over accounting processes.
• Respond to day-to-day inquiries from key stakeholders.

Skills

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Advanced proficiency in Excel

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong customer service mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA

Tools

FP&A/accounting systems

Job description

Experience a more Livable Lifestyle. At Epcon Communities, our mission is to build homes, neighborhoods, and lifestyles that provide one remarkable experience. We have delivered on that promise since 1986 by integrating smart, innovative designs with the most desirable of modern amenities. Today, more than 30,000 families and individuals call an Epcon community “home,” which makes Epcon one of the top lifestyle-rich home developers in the country year after year.

Your Opportunity as Assistant Controller

The Assistant Controller will support and partner with the Controller in overseeing the accounting operations across all Epcon Communities corporate departments, six regional divisions, and the franchising business. This position is responsible for safeguarding company assets, enhancing financial processes, and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and Epcon policies.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in overseeing financial operations including accounts payable, payroll, and construction accounting.
• Produce monthly financial statements for all corporate divisions, including quarterly reporting packages to leadership.
• Support the annual budgeting process, including managing and reviewing submissions and ensuring adherence to deadlines.
• Work directly with Regional Presidents to provide an understanding of the monthly budget to actual variance analysis and reporting.
• Review month end reconciliations and improve the timeliness of the month end process.
• Partner with the Controller to manage and develop Accounting Managers and Staff Accountants.
• Lead external audit process and assist in preparing audit schedules.
• Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency in accounting procedures.
• Implement and maintain internal controls over accounting and accounts payable processes to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support ad hoc requests and respond to day-to-day inquiries from key stakeholders.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; CPA strongly preferred
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Experience in residential homebuilding or construction industry preferred
• Proven experience managing teams and applying HR policies and practices

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, budgeting, payroll and accounts payable
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with FP&A/accounting systems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Displays cooperation and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships across all levels of the organization
• Strong customer service mindset with both internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to assimilate, analyze, synthesize, integrate concepts and problem solve to formulate, recommend and carry out accounting functions.
• Ability to track, retain, retrieve and apply information (knowledge, facts, decisions etc.) to manage and solve complex issues.

What We Offer

Epcon Communities offers a competitive base salary and an opportunity to earn a generous bonus. The benefits package includes:

• Company provided short and long-term disability coverage and life insurance
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays and sick

Epcon Communities Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.