Controller

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function within a family-owned organization based in Madison, Wisconsin. This high-impact role requires a strong understanding of financial reporting and compliance in property management.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of accounting leadership experience and will oversee all aspects of month-end and year-end financial closings while partnering closely with the CFO. Join a team committed to modernizing workflows and fostering employee development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting leadership experience, ideally in property management or real estate.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and compliance across financials.
• Experience with property management accounting systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting function for a portfolio of properties.
• Direct and develop the Accounting Manager.
• Own the month-end and year-end close process.
• Partner closely with the CFO on budgeting and financial planning.
• Drive change in accounting workflows for efficiency.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in property-level financials.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Yardi or similar systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Controller

Salary: $140,000 – $160,000

Why should you be interested in this Controller role?

• Join a growing, family‑owned organization with long‑term stability and a clear vision for the future
• Strong cultural focus on employee development, leadership growth, and internal progression
• Business spans property management and construction
• Controller role with meaningful influence over people, processes, and systems
• Leadership is committed to modernizing workflows and increasing operational efficiency
• High‑impact position with visibility to senior leadership and ownership

Responsibilities of the Controller:

• Lead the accounting function supporting a portfolio of properties
• Direct and develop the Accounting Manager and oversee property accounting teams
• Own the month‑end and year‑end close process
• Oversee financial reporting for regulated programs
• Partner closely with the CFO on annual budgeting and financial planning
• Evaluate existing accounting workflows and lead initiatives to streamline processes and improve close timelines
• Drive change by challenging legacy practices and guiding teams through process improvements
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance across property‑level financials
• Leverage Yardi to enhance reporting, efficiency, and data integrity

Qualifications of the Controller:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of accounting leadership experience, ideally within property management, real estate, or construction environments
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, close management, and regulated housing programs
• Experience with Yardi or similar property management accounting systems preferred