
Controller
CFS, Madison, WI, United States
Salary max: $67.00
Duration: Full Time
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Controller
Salary: $140,000 – $160,000
Why should you be interested in this Controller role?
• Join a growing, family‑owned organization with long‑term stability and a clear vision for the future
• Strong cultural focus on employee development, leadership growth, and internal progression
• Business spans property management and construction
• Controller role with meaningful influence over people, processes, and systems
• Leadership is committed to modernizing workflows and increasing operational efficiency
• High‑impact position with visibility to senior leadership and ownership
Responsibilities of the Controller:
• Lead the accounting function supporting a portfolio of properties
• Direct and develop the Accounting Manager and oversee property accounting teams
• Own the month‑end and year‑end close process
• Oversee financial reporting for regulated programs
• Partner closely with the CFO on annual budgeting and financial planning
• Evaluate existing accounting workflows and lead initiatives to streamline processes and improve close timelines
• Drive change by challenging legacy practices and guiding teams through process improvements
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance across property‑level financials
• Leverage Yardi to enhance reporting, efficiency, and data integrity
Qualifications of the Controller:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
•5+ years of accounting leadership experience, ideally within property management, real estate, or construction environments
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, close management, and regulated housing programs
• Experience with Yardi or similar property management accounting systems preferred
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