What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at CFS?
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Controller | Hanover, MD| $150,000-$175,000 base salary
Looking to step into a Controller role where you can truly make an impact? This opportunity offers full ownership of the accounting function within a growing real estate company near the Hanover, MD area—along with the chance to influence strategy at a high level.
Why This Role Stands Out
Controller | Hanover, MD| $150,000-$175,000 base salary
Looking to step into a Controller role where you can truly make an impact? This opportunity offers full ownership of the accounting function within a growing real estate company near the Hanover, MD area—along with the chance to influence strategy at a high level.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Lead the full accounting function across a dynamic, multi-entity real estate portfolio
- Partner directly with the CFO and executive leadership on key business decisions
- Build, mentor, and elevate a strong accounting team
- Play a key role in acquisitions, refinancing, and ongoing portfolio expansion
- Drive efficiencies through process improvements, automation, and system upgrades
- Join a fast-moving, growth-oriented organization
- Take ownership of lender relationships, financial reporting, and audit processes
- Make a measurable impact on scalability, accuracy, and operational performance
- Oversee corporate and property-level accounting across multiple entities
- Manage and optimize a high-volume month-end close
- Deliver accurate, timely financials and actionable insights to leadership
- Lead cash flow forecasting, treasury oversight, and liquidity strategy
- Serve as the primary liaison for lenders, auditors, and external stakeholders
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA preferred
- 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership
- Background in real estate accounting with multi-entity structures
- Proven ability to lead teams and meet tight close deadlines
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000