Controller- HOA/Association industry

Controller

📍 Onsite | Rancho Mirage, CA

💼 Full-Time | Permanent

💰 $115,000 – $125,000 10% Annual Bonus Generous Benefits

📢 Reports to: General Manager

👥 Oversees: Two direct reports (Accounts Payable and Staff Accountant)

Position Summary

A prestigious community in Rancho Mirage is seeking a full-time, onsite Controller to manage all accounting operations and financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and the Davis-Stirling Act for Homeowners Associations (HOAs). This is a permanent position reporting directly to the General Manager, with leadership responsibility over a two-person accounting team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and maintaining the general ledger and trial balance
• Preparing monthly financial statements and reconciliations
• Producing timely and accurate financial reports for the Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and management
• Conducting variance analysis and departmental performance reviews
• Maintaining fixed asset ledgers and preparing depreciation schedules
• Ensuring compliance with GAAP, FASB, and internal standards
• Overseeing cash flow, bank reconciliations, and disbursements
• Enforcing treasury policies and maintaining strong banking relationships
• Supporting internal and external audits, including preparation of documentation
• Evaluating and maintaining internal control systems
• Ensuring the accuracy of accounts receivable
• Authorizing payables, reviewing vendor and subcontractor contracts, and expense reports
• Leading and mentoring two accounting staff members
• Advising department heads on financial operations and internal processes
• Communicating financial practices and updates to community members and staff professionally and proactively

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration
• 3–5 years of experience as a Controller, preferably in a Private Country Club or HOA environment
• CPA or CHAE designation strongly preferred
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and financial acumen
• High integrity with the ability to meet deadlines in a team-oriented environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience with HOA or private club financial software (e.g., ClubEssential) preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $115,000 – $125,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Bonus: Up to 10% annual performance-based bonus
• 401(k) with 5% employer match
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and sick time
• Golf privileges and access to select community amenities
• Professional development and training opportunities

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Please Note: This position is open to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. We are not able to consider C2C arrangements or third-party submissions.