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Carolina Forest CPA Group, Inc.
Controller
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What they do
A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.
$150,721 / year median in North Carolina
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Compensation:
Competitive salary based on experience We are seeking a hands-on Controller to join our growing real estate construction and property management company. The ideal candidate is a high-energy, detail-oriented professional with extensive experience managing the financial operations of businesses involved in residential property rehab, construction, and rental management. Key Responsibilities- Oversee all accounting and financial functions, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and job costing.
- Maintain and reconcile multiple project and property accounts in QuickBooks Online.
- Prepare monthly financial statements, budgets, and cash flow projections.
- Track renovation and rehab costs, ensuring accuracy and profitability analysis for each project.
- Coordinate with lenders, investors, and vendors to manage draws, payments, and contracts.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
- Support ownership with strategic financial insights to guide investment and growth decisions. Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Expert proficiency in QuickBooks Online — including class tracking, project/job costing, and multi-entity management.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in real estate construction or property management accounting.
- Strong understanding of rehab and renovation accounting (materials, subcontractors, permits, timelines).
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- High-energy, proactive personality with a "get it done" mindset. Why Join Us
- Dynamic and entrepreneurial environment with direct access to owner.
- Opportunity to shape and optimize accounting processes as the company grows.
- Stable, long-term position with room for advancement.