CONTROLLER

The Fischer Group; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive Compensation

401(k) with company matching

Employee Life Insurance

Personal time off

Inclusive Leave

Professional Development

Job summary

The Fischer Group seeks a Controller to lead accounting across trusts, partnerships, LLCs, and nonprofit entities. You will drive accurate reporting and financial stewardship that informs strategic decisions across a complex family office structure.

In this role, you will refine cash flow forecasting, manage tax filings, and oversee systems and controls to support sustainable growth. Collaboration with diverse stakeholders is essential to success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with consolidated financial statements across multiple entities.
• Ability to build complex financial models.
• Understanding of investment, partnership, and equity-method accounting.
• Experience with tax filings and family office or private investment work.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations across trusts, partnerships, LLCs, and nonprofit entities
• Prepare quarterly consolidated and entity-level financial statements, including eliminations
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial and investment activity
• Manage capital calls, distributions, and investment tracking
• Oversee accounting systems, reporting processes, and operational infrastructure
• Maintain and refine cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and liquidity oversight
• Coordinate federal and state tax filings, extensions, estimates, and K-1 workflows
• Prepare and issue annual 1099s and maintain compliance policies and internal controls
• Enhance risk-mitigation practices and strengthen approval workflows
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Skills

Consolidated financials

Strategic financial reporting

Stakeholder communication

Accounting systems

Cash flow forecasting

Education

Bachelor's in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Job description

Job Summary

The Controller leads all accounting and financial reporting functions for a complex family office structure, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and financial stewardship across multiple entities. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, enhance financial processes, and support long‑term organizational success.

You Will Thrive in This Role If You…

• Enjoy bringing clarity and structure to complex financial environments
• Value accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality in your work
• Are a proactive problem‑solver who anticipates needs
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Adapt easily to changing priorities and responsibilities

These skills will be used to:

• Lead accounting operations across trusts, partnerships, LLCs, and nonprofit entities
• Prepare quarterly consolidated and entity‑level financial statements, including eliminations
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial and investment activity
• Manage capital calls, distributions, and investment tracking
• Oversee accounting systems, reporting processes, and operational infrastructure
• Maintain and refine cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and liquidity oversight
• Coordinate preparation and review of federal and state tax filings, extensions, estimates, and K‑1 workflows
• Prepare and issue annual 1099s and maintain compliance policies and internal controls
• Enhance risk‑mitigation practices and strengthen approval workflows
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience managing consolidated financial statements across multiple entities
• Ability to build complex financial or operational models
• Understanding of investment, partnership, and equity‑method accounting
• CPA preferred
• Experience with tax filings, family office or private investment work, system conversions, or nonprofit/foundation structures

Physical demands and work environment

• Ability to perform repetitive motions and use fine motor skills (typing, writing, operating office equipment)
• Ability to lift and carry approximately 20–25 lbs unassisted
• Ability to sit for long periods with occasional reaching and standing

The Value of a Career with The Fischer Group

The Fischer Group is a family of companies focused on delivering exceptional experiences across homebuilding, financial services, and real estate. Through our businesses, we are committed to quality, growth, and long‑term success for both our customers and our Associates.

We believe our success is driven by our people. We seek out talented individuals and provide the training, resources, and support needed to grow their careers and make a meaningful impact. The rewards for their efforts are:

• Professional Development Training Programs
• Health Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) with Company matching contributions and profit‑sharing
• Employee Life Insurance
• Personal time off
• Inclusive Leave

The Fischer Group holds the highest ethical standards of business. We are honest and straightforward and stand by our word. Our actions demonstrate respect, courtesy, and fairness.