Controller

Controller

Davila Homes is an Orlando-based luxury home builder known for creating exceptional residences that blend elegance, craftsmanship, and cutting-edge design. We have an opening for an experienced Controller. This role is responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial reporting functions in a manner aligned with our company core values of Acting with Integrity, Building the People, Cultivating Collaboration, Celebrating Success, and Being the Example.

This role ensures accurate financial statements, strong internal controls, and compliance with GAAP, Florida-specific regulations, and lender requirements common to residential construction. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in residential construction or homebuilding in Florida, with a strong understanding of job costing, work-in-progress (WIP), land acquisition and development accounting, impact fees, and multi-entity structures common in Florida markets.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Financial Reporting & Close

• Oversee and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process
• Prepare and review timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Manage consolidations for multiple entities, communities, and joint ventures
• Ensure proper revenue recognition, WIP reporting, and cost capitalization

Job Costing & Construction Accounting

• Maintain accurate job cost accounting for homes, land development, and common area projects
• Review budgets, cost-to-complete forecasts, and margin analyses
• Partner with construction and operations teams to identify cost variances and risks
• Ensure accurate tracking of direct and indirect construction costs

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Establish, maintain, and improve internal controls and accounting policies
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Coordinate audits, reviews, and tax filings with external auditors and tax advisors
• Support lender reporting, bonding, and covenant compliance

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Oversee cash flow forecasting and liquidity management
• Monitor lines of credit, construction loans, and draw requests
• Review and approve disbursements, AP, and cash management processes

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team
• Set performance goals and ensure timely completion of deliverables
• Promote cross-functional collaboration with purchasing, construction, sales, and land teams

Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee accounting systems and job cost software (e.g., Buildertrend, Sage, JD Edwards, Viewpoint, QuickBooks, etc.)
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve reporting, and increase automation
• Support system implementations and upgrades as needed

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior experience in residential homebuilding or construction accounting, preferably in Florida
• Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP accounting, revenue recognition, and percentage-of-completion methods
• Experience with Florida-specific construction practices, including impact fees, permits, and development costs
• Experience managing month-end close and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills

Preferred:

• CPA or CMA designation
• Experience with Florida residential permitting, impact fees, and land development accounting
• Experience with multi-entity and multi-community structures
• Familiarity with Florida lender draw processes and construction loan reporting
• Experience working with external auditors, lenders, and tax professionals

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Business-partner mindset with operational awareness
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, building codes, and homebuilding processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with construction software
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel to job sites daily.
• Ability to carry out physical requirements of the job.

Benefits & More

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support a positive work-life balance and your overall well-being. Benefits include:

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday
• Ability to participate in company benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and others!

Davila Homes is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.