Division Controller

Company: Large Real Estate Developer/Homebuilder

Location: South Orange County, CA

Salary: up to $150K DOE + Bonus

Ideal candidate: 4+ years of Big 4 plus 3-4 years of private industry (homebuilding or real estate); Self motivated and progressive track record as client is looking to groom & promote this role further (i.e. Corporate Controller / VP of Finance) 

JOB SUMMARY: Primary responsibility for directing, coordinating, and supervising accounting and administrative service functions for assigned market.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs and supervises accounting staff to ensure adherence to GAAP, strong internal controls, and adherence with Company policies and procedures
• Prepares and/or directs the preparation of monthly financial reports, including analyzing budget vs. actual results and reviewing them with management
• Prepares financial forecasts and coordinates with homebuilding functional leaders to prepare and review
• Coordinates all internal and external audit requests
• Facilitates workflow between National Shared Services and Division operations
• Ensures appropriate staffing to meet department needs
• Utilizes recruiting and selection tools/processes to build organizational talent
• Delegates work according to employee's abilities and skills
• Evaluates employee's performance and plans for compensation actions in accordance with that performance
• Provides developmental opportunities through identification of internal and external training opportunities
• Creates opportunities for employee growth
• Provides continuous coaching with regard to functional and leadership standards (technical skills and behaviors)

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business related field)
• CPA (active or inactive) strongly preferred
• 6+ years public and/or corporate accounting experience preferably with Big 4 / Tier 2 public accounting and some Real Estate Development/Homebuilding experience 
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls and financial reports
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills