What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Carolina Forest CPA Group, Inc.?
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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000