Controller

We are looking for a Controller to join our team in Providence, Rhode Island in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role will provide financial leadership across property operations by translating accounting data into meaningful business insights, strengthening reporting accuracy, and supporting sound decision-making. The position will work closely with operational leaders and ownership stakeholders to guide budgeting, forecasting, cash oversight, and financial performance while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure financial statements are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.
• Prepare and oversee budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis to help leadership evaluate results and plan effectively.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and balance sheet activity across properties, ensuring accounts are reconciled and properly supported.
• Partner with General Managers, fellow finance leaders, and ownership groups to provide clear financial guidance and support operational goals.
• Maintain compliance with company policies as well as applicable local, state, and federal tax and reporting requirements.
• Support property acquisitions, business expansion efforts, and other growth-related financial initiatives through analysis and due diligence.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a small accounting team to improve accuracy, accountability, and day-to-day performance.
• Use financial systems and reporting tools, including M3, ProfitSword, Microsoft Office, and advanced Excel, to streamline analysis and improve efficiency.