Controller

Controller

Location: Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Department: Accounting
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Position Overview

A well-established and growing real estate development and property management organization is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting department and oversee financial operations.

This individual will play a critical leadership role in managing accounting personnel, strengthening internal controls, overseeing treasury and banking activities, directing financial reporting, and leading the annual budgeting and year-end processes.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on accounting leader who understands complex, multi‑entity accounting environments and has experience implementing financial controls, improving accounting processes, and developing high‑performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, supervise, and mentor accounting personnel, including property accountants, accounts payable, and cost accounting staff.
• Establish departmental priorities, performance expectations, and accountability standards.
• Conduct employee performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and development.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and cross‑training initiatives.
• Oversee departmental workflow improvements and the realignment of accounting responsibilities.

Financial Controls & Transaction Oversight

• Establish and maintain internal controls, approval workflows, and segregation of duties.
• Review and approve invoices, payments, ACH transactions, and banking exceptions.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and cash transfer activities.
• Monitor system access, administrator permissions, and financial approval authorities.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with established financial policies.

Treasury & Banking

• Oversee banking relationships, property‑level bank accounts, and cash management activities.
• Coordinate wire transfers, loan payments, and other financial transactions.
• Ensure appropriate approvals and documentation for all cash movements.
• Monitor banking controls and financial reporting requirements.

Financial Reporting & Budgeting

• Review monthly financial statements and budget‑to‑actual reports.
• Lead annual property budgeting and financial review processes.
• Oversee construction work‑in‑progress reporting and job cost reconciliations.
• Partner with executive leadership on financial planning and performance improvement.
• Drive improvements in month‑end close timelines and reporting accuracy.

Compliance & Year‑End Responsibilities

• Oversee lender, investor, and regulatory compliance reporting.
• Supervise annual 1099 reviews and filing procedures.
• Coordinate year‑end accounting activities and reporting requirements.
• Support real estate tax assessments and related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable affordable housing and regulatory programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Seven or more years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least three years of accounting management or supervisory experience.
• Experience in real estate, multifamily housing, property management, or construction accounting strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, accrual accounting, multi‑entity accounting, and intercompany transactions.
• Demonstrated experience developing internal controls and approval processes.
• Experience with treasury operations, banking, ACH transactions, positive pay, and bank reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Experience with accounting process improvements, SOP development, and system implementations.

Preferred Technical Experience

• Yardi Voyager – Strongly preferred.
• Procore
• Nexus
• Sage 100 Contractor
• Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with affordable housing programs, including Section 8, Section 42, WHEDA, and HUD compliance, is a plus.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be:

• A hands‑on accounting leader with strong management capabilities.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented.
• Experienced in complex financial environments.
• Knowledgeable in internal controls, compliance, and financial governance.
• A confident communicator capable of working with executive leadership, ownership, financial institutions, and external auditors.
• Comfortable leading organizational change and improving accounting operations.
• Discreet and professional when handling sensitive financial information.

Compensation & Benefits

The organization offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation and sick time.
• 10 paid holidays annually.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Employee housing discount opportunities at participating properties.

Additional Information

This is an on‑site leadership opportunity based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin . Candidates must successfully complete a post‑offer criminal background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.