VP of Finance/Controller

Community Association Management, Limited; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Association Management, Limited is seeking a hands-on Controller to partner with the executive team, deliver data-driven financial insights, and scale profitability for a multi-entity, service-driven organization. You will shape the financial future, lead budgeting and forecasting, manage cash flow and capital allocation, and drive KPI dashboards using Power BI/Tableau.

The role demands deep GAAP expertise, 10+ years of experience, and strong cross-functional collaboration with sales,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience in both public and private sectors.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and revenue recognition expertise.
• Experience with multi-entity reporting and strategic financial leadership.
• Proven ability to partner cross-functionally with sales, operations, and customer success teams.
• Experience in property management, professional services, or financial services preferred.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation abilities; growth mindset toward scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations including GL, AP, AR, payroll, and monthly close.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis with data-driven insights.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital, and capital allocation.
• Design and manage financial models and KPIs using Power BI or Tableau.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with leadership to align financial goals with company strategy; drive automation and system improvements.
• Lead the finance team and support M&A activities and multi-entity operations.

Skills

GAAP expertise

Revenue recognition

Multi-entity reporting

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive communication

Automation

Financial system improvements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

MBA a plus

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel / Financial modeling

Job description

At Community Association Management, we know that financial clarity fuels better decision-making and smarter growth. Our WHY is to creatively find solutions and overcome challenges so we can work together to advance the common cause. As Controller, you’ll lead the strategic and operational financial functions that power our growing organization - helping ensure every number supports the bigger picture.

Because Communities Deserve Better!

About the Role

The Controller is a hands-on strategic leader who partners with our executive team to deliver data-driven financial insights, enhance profitability, and scale operational performance. This role blends deep technical accounting expertise with forward-thinking leadership and offers the opportunity to shape the financial future of a multi-entity, service-driven company.

What You’ll Do

Financial Operations

• Oversee accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll, and monthly close processes.
• Transactional Accounting & Oversight
• Ensure adherence to GAAP and accuracy in revenue recognition.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support proactive financial decision-making.
• Provide executive-level insights on performance trends and growth opportunities.

Cash Flow & Capital Management

• Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital, and capital allocation strategies.

KPI & Reporting

• Design and manage financial models, KPIs, and dashboards using tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Implement and maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with financial regulations and audit standards.

Strategic Leadership

• Serve as a business partner to leadership by interpreting financial data and aligning goals with broader company objectives.
• Identify and implement opportunities for automation, process optimization, and financial system improvements.

Team & Culture

• Lead the finance and accounting team, fostering a collaborative and accountable environment.
• Support M&A activities, new service rollouts, and multi-entity operations.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred; MBA a plus).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with a background in both public and private sectors.
• Deep experience in GAAP, revenue recognition, multi-entity reporting, and strategic financial leadership.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with sales, operations, and customer success teams.
• Experience in property management, professional services, or financial services preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, paired with excellent communication and executive presentation abilities.
• Growth mindset and passion for building scalable, sustainable systems.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
• Minimal safety hazards; general office setting.

Join Our Mission

If you're a financial leader who thrives on clarity, collaboration, and the drive to make a measurable impact - we invite you to help shape the future of our communities.