Financial Controller

Ferguson Management Group, AAMC; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferguson Management Group in Santa Barbara, CA, is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee all financial operations for assigned associations. This full-time, on-site role focuses on preparing monthly and annual statements, budgets, and reports, and collaborating with property managers to ensure financial health.

The successful candidate will strengthen internal controls, support audits, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide clear financial analysis to boards.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting foundation with experience in preparing financial statements.
• Proficiency in finance and financial reporting, including budgeting and variance analysis.
• Well-developed analytical skills to interpret financial data and identify trends.
• Experience in HOA/COA/real estate environments is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required.
• High accuracy and integrity in handling financial information.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel; ability to learn industry systems.
• Effective communication with non-financial stakeholders and boards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements, budgets, and reports.
• Monitor income and expenditures and manage general ledger activities.
• Ensure accurate billing, collections, and vendor payments.
• Maintain internal controls and support audits; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide clear financial analysis and recommendations to boards and management.

Skills

Accounting fundamentals

Finance & reporting

Analytical skills

Property management experience

Attention to detail

Accounting software

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Job description

Company Description

Ferguson Management Group provides professional management services to homeowners associations, condominiums, and cooperatives, helping community leaders make sound decisions that impact residents and property values. The organization offers guidance on reserves, maintenance, insurance, budgets, governance, contracts, and legal compliance to support long-term stability and prosperity. The company is committed to partnering with boards, trustees, and volunteer leaders to create well-managed, thriving communities.

Role Description

The Financial Controller is a full-time, on-site role based in Santa Barbara, CA. This role oversees all financial operations for assigned associations, including the preparation and review of monthly and annual financial statements, budgets, and reports. The Financial Controller monitors income and expenditures, manages general ledger activities, and ensures accurate and timely billing, collections, and vendor payments. This position also maintains internal controls, supports audits, ensures compliance with relevant regulations and association governing documents, and provides clear financial analysis and recommendations to boards and management. The Financial Controller collaborates with property managers and leadership to support strategic planning, long-term reserve funding, and overall financial health of the communities.

The Financial Controller is a full-time, on-site role based in Santa Barbara, CA. This role oversees all financial operations for assigned associations, including the preparation and review of monthly and annual financial statements, budgets, and reports. The Financial Controller monitors income and expenditures, manages general ledger activities, and ensures accurate and timely billing, collections, and vendor payments. This position also maintains internal controls, supports audits, ensures compliance with relevant regulations and association governing documents, and provides clear financial analysis and recommendations to boards and management. The Financial Controller collaborates with property managers and leadership to support strategic planning, long-term reserve funding, and overall financial health of the communities.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting foundation, with experience in Accounting and preparing Financial Statements.
• Proficiency in Finance and Financial Reporting, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Well-developed Analytical Skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Experience in property management, HOA/COA/coop environments, or real estate-related industries is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and integrity in handling financial information.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel; ability to learn industry-specific systems.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders and work collaboratively with boards and colleagues.