Corporate Controller

Taylor Morrison•Scottsdale, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Controller is a key financial leadership role responsible for overseeing the company’s corporate and division accounting functions for a large, publicly traded homebuilding organization operating across multiple markets and legal entities. Working closely with the Chief Accounting Officer, this role ensures the integrity, accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of all accounting activities, financial reporting, and internal controls. The Corporate Controller leads a geographically dispersed accounting organization, drives consistent accounting practices across divisions, manages complex homebuilding accounting matters, and serves as a primary liaison with external auditors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in homebuilding or construction
Public company and multi-division accounting experience strongly preferred
Ability to oversee direct reports daily and provide guidance as needed
Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and/or electronic device
Ability to have face to face conversations with customers, co-workers and higher level manager
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as needed
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Comply with company policies and procedure

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
MBA preferred

Responsibilities

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for corporate and division operations
Oversee consolidated financial reporting across all markets and legal entities
Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and management schedules
Ensure GAAP compliance, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting
Manage land acquisition, land development, and lot inventory accounting
Oversee capitalization of interest and indirect construction costs
Manage revenue recognition under ASC 606 specific to homebuilding transactions
Oversee warranty reserves, model costs, and construction accruals
Provide functional leadership to division controllers and accounting managers
Standardize accounting policies, close calendars, and internal controls across divisions
Address market-level accounting nuances while maintaining corporate consistency
Serve as the primary technical accounting resource for complex transactions
Coordinate external audit planning, fieldwork, and issue resolution
Support SEC reporting, disclosures, and SOX compliance
Oversee accounting systems, job cost systems, and consolidation tools
Partner with Finance and IT on system enhancements and automation initiatives
Ensure data integrity across operational and financial systems
Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing accounting organization
Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance management
Build succession planning and future leadership capabilities