Controller

cronkhitepm; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Retirement plan with match

Health insurance stipend

Job summary

Enterprise Developments & Cronkhite Property Management in Springfield, MO seeks a hands-on Controller to own financial operations across EPPM and construction affiliates. You will shape financial strategy, guide decisions, and support growth in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.

You will lead budgeting, forecasting, reporting, payroll, and controls, while driving IT/ERP improvements to scale operations and track KPIs with leadership. Strong communication with ownership is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required (CPA bonus).
• At least 3 years in accounting/finance, preferably in construction, real estate, or property management.
• Solid understanding of accounting software; experience with construction ERPs or property management systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own all day-to-day accounting and finance functions: budgeting, forecasting, reporting, AP/AR, payroll, general ledger.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports to help leadership make smart decisions.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and refine internal processes and controls as we scale.
• Partner closely with ownership to shape financial strategy and track KPIs.
• Lead HR functions including payroll, benefits administration, and employee records.
• Collaborate with team members on tech improvements and system enhancements.
• Keep things compliant, accurate, and audit-ready at all times.
• Assist in maintaining and improving the company's IT systems.

Skills

Accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Reporting

Payroll

General ledger

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Strategic thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA (bonus)

Tools

Construction ERP

Property management systems

Job description

Enterprise Developments & Cronkhite Property Management

Controller

Location: Springfield, MO

About Us:

Enterprise Professional Property Management (EPPM) & Cronkhite Property Management is a fast-growing, founder-led property management and real estate investment firm based in Springfield, Missouri. We got our start managing single family rental portfolios and now oversees hundreds of units with exciting growth on the horizon.

Enterprise Developments Muti-family division is focused on building high-quality multi-family properties exclusively for our portfolio. From 4-plex townhomes to 100+ unit apartments,our build-and-lease projects are designed to deliver exceptional value, ultimately being packaged and sold to investors.

We keep things lean, collaborative, and forward-thinking. You won't find layers of red tape here, just a smart, driven team that gets things done and has a lot of fun along the way. If you're looking to step into a key leadership role where your input truly matters, this is it.

The Role:

We're looking for a hands-on, strategicControllerto take ownership of our financial operations across both EPPM and our affiliated construction business. This is a vital role with visibility across the entire company. You'll help shape financial strategy, guide decisions, and support our next stage of growth. We want someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and who can keep the books in order while helping build the future.

What You'll Do:

• Own all day-to-day accounting and finance functions: budgeting, forecasting, reporting, AP/AR, payroll, general ledger
• Prepare and analyze financial reports to help leadership make smart decisions
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement
• Develop and refine internal processes and controls as we scale
• Partner closely with ownership to shape financial strategy and track KPIs
• Lead HR functions including payroll, benefits administration, and employee records
• Collaborate with team members on tech improvements and system enhancements
• Keep things compliant, accurate, and audit-ready at all times
• Assist in maintaining and improving the company's IT systems

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar (CPA a bonus, not a must)
• At least 3 years in an accounting/finance role, preferably in construction, real estate, or property management
• Solid understanding of accounting software; experience with construction ERPs or property management systems is a PLUS
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a commitment to accuracy
• Excel skills and data-savviness
• Detail-oriented and the ability to also think strategically
• Strong communicator who's comfortable working directly with company leadership
• Adaptable, self-motivated, and excited by growth!

Why Join Us?

• Make an ImpactWork side-by-side with the owners in a key leadership role
• Variety & GrowthSupport two growing companies with tons of opportunity ahead
• Zero Corporate Fluff We're practical, personal, and all about execution
• Flexible EnvironmentWe're outcome-driven, not clock watchers
• BenefitsPTO, retirement plan with match, health insurance stipend (and more as we grow)