Controller

HME Companies is a fast-paced vertically integrated real estate development company dedicated to designing building and operating high-quality senior living and multifamily communities. We are growing rapidly and seeking an experienced strategic and self-driven Controller to join our leadership team.

The Controller oversees all core accounting operations for the company including general ledger management accounts payable and receivable billing payroll and cash flow forecasting. This role ensures accurate financial reporting maintains internal controls and supports compliance with regulatory and audit requirements. The Controller also manages/supports project and construction accounting supervises insurance-related financial processes and leads a team of accounting professionals while collaborating closely with development construction HME Care and property management teams to support the financial health of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Core Accounting Leadership

• Oversee all general ledger accounting and ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Supervise and manage the accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions.
• Lead the billing and collections processes ensuring timely invoicing and follow-up.
• Manage cash flow forecasting including daily cash position monitoring and short-term liquidity planning.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and ensure proper cash management across multiple entities and projects.

Payroll & Benefits Accounting

• Supervise payroll processing including coordination with HR and third-party providers.
• Ensure accurate accounting for employee benefits taxes and other payroll-related liabilities.
• Maintain compliance with federal state and local payroll regulations.

Project & Construction Accounting

• Implement and manage job cost accounting systems for development and construction projects.
• Track and report on project budgets commitments change orders and actual costs.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure accurate cost-to-complete and work-in-progress (WIP) reporting.

Insurance & Risk Management (Accounting Oversight)

• Maintain high-level oversight of insurance policies including property liability and workers compensation.
• Coordinate with brokers and legal teams on claims tracking and policy renewals.
• Ensure proper accounting for insurance premiums reserves and reimbursements.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and review monthly quarterly and annual financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate the annual review and tax preparation completed by third party CPA firms.
• Ensure compliance with loan covenants investor reporting requirements and other financial obligations.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Lead implementation and optimization of accounting software and ERP systems.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all accounting functions.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Manage and mentor the accounting team including staff and senior accountants.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with development construction HME Care property management and executive teams.
• Provide financial insights and support to operational leaders for decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Controller or senior financial executive in a real estate-focused company preferably with experience in senior living management.
• Strong analytical skills and financial acumen with the ability to interpret data and trends to drive business decisions.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Additional Details:

• The Controller will report directly to the President.
• In-office position preferred to help foster new relationships and collaborate with existing team members. Hybrid option may be available at Presidents discretion.

HME Companies is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. Applicants who would like to request reasonable accommodation to the application or interview process should call Human Resources at 1- or email .

Must be able to pass background check