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Senior Controller Construction & Real Estate Development

Location
Monsey, NY, 10001
Work type
Full-time
Salary
$200,000 - $300,000 / annual
Posted
2026-10-20

Job description

We are seeking a seasoned, hands-on Senior Controller to provide strategic oversight of all accounting and financial operations across our construction and real estate development entities. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated professional who demonstrates exceptional ownership, a proactive work ethic, and a steadfast commitment to operational excellence and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive oversight of all accounting functions, financial reporting, and fiscal operations.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team.
  • Manage complex tax structures while facilitating both internal and external audit processes.
  • Maintain full responsibility for the accounts payable (AP) lifecycle and departmental oversight.
  • Monitor and analyze financial reporting, cash flow projections, and construction job costing to ensure project profitability and organizational health.

Requirements

  • Experience: 5–10+ years of progressive accounting or controller experience.
  • Industry Expertise: Extensive background specifically within construction and real estate development accounting is mandatory.
  • Technical Knowledge: Deep proficiency in audit procedures, corporate taxation, and complex tax structures.
  • Operational Skills: Expert-level understanding of financial reporting, cash flow management, and construction job costing methodologies.
  • Leadership: A proven track record of successfully managing and scaling accounting teams.
  • Personal Attributes: Must be extremely detail-oriented, highly organized, and an accountable, hands-on leader who takes initiative to drive results.

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