Assistant Controller

GL Homes; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GL Homes in Florida seeks an Assistant Controller responsible for financial reporting and accounting across divisions, including real estate development and commercial operations. You will assist in managing the project accounting team to ensure accurate and timely work.

The role covers general ledger maintenance, month-end close, audit preparation, and GAAP compliance, requiring strong analytical skills and excellent communication to work with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with real estate development and commercial accounting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger and financial reporting across divisions.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes and audit preparation.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and internal control standards.
• Prepare financial statements and variance analyses.
• Coordinate with accounting, legal, and other departments.
• Provide guidance and training to junior staff.
• Support annual financial statement audit and respond to inquiries.
• Contribute to process improvements and efficiency gains.

Skills

Consolidation

GAAP

Financial reporting

Audit support

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

JD Edwards

Yardi

Job description

The Assistant Controller is responsible for financial reporting and accounting activities for the Company’s homebuilding, commercial, lending, and mortgage company divisions. This role assists in managing the project accounting team to ensure work is properly allocated and completed accurately and on a timely basis.

The Assistant Controller is responsible for multiple accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, month-end and year-end close processes, audit preparation, and special projects. The position requires strong analytical skills, technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to research and apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

This position continually monitors financial control processes and ensures accounting transactions are executed in accordance with GAAP and established internal control standards. The ideal candidate is a seasoned accounting professional with strong organizational and communication skills.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the financial reporting framework and general ledger structure, ensuring accuracy and consistency in financial data and processes.
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures relating to financial management and accounting.
• Ensure the accuracy of data and adherence of the system to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Prepare financial analysis statements, including monthly balance sheets, income statements, cash flows statements, and variance analysis comparing actual results to budget and prior year’s results
• Review of audited financial statements
• Uses experience and technical expertise to improve and streamline analysis, reporting, processes, and compliance systems.
• Provide functional advice or training to less experienced associates.
• Assists with annual financial statement audit, including audit schedule preparation and responding to audit inquiries.
• Work directly with all accounting and finance associates, as well as legal and other company functional department personnel.
• Other related duties as requested by management.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with real estate development and commercial accounting is a plus.

Skills & Abilities

• Consolidation experience is a must.
• Excellent computer skills required - Excel is a must, JD Edwards and Yardi are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, financial statement preparation, and audit support.
• Ability to research and apply technical accounting guidance.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to work 40+ hour weeks with periodic evenings and weekends