Financial Controller (Regional)

Clayton Homes•Buford, GA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Controller (Regional) is responsible for general accounting responsibilities, development of accounting processes and best practices, maintaining internal controls and the overall leadership of the accounting team. This role involves managing all accounting functions, assisting with monthly financial reporting and analysis, contributing to financial systems development, and ensuring adherence to accounting policies. The position also provides accounting guidance across divisions and is responsible for variance analysis and system enhancements.

Requirements

BS in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
5-7+ years of accounting experience required.
Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles, including job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, pro forma underwriting, and progress billing.
Ability to analyze financial data and provide actionable insights to senior management.
Strong understanding of GAAP and construction industry regulations.
Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Proven leadership in the management and development of accounting processes, improvements, and team development.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred.
Experience in residential construction or homebuilding is highly desirable.
Manufacturing accounting experience is a plus.
Microsoft Dynamics SL, Oracle, and/or Sage experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage all accounting functions, including: General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Job Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Joint Venture Accounting.
Assist in monthly financial reporting, financial statement preparation and analysis for all divisions.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of financial reporting, planning and budgeting systems for the region.
Ensure that all corporate and required accounting policies and procedures are documented and followed by the organization.
Provide accounting guidance for all divisions including revenue recognition, intercompany billings, intra-division billing for equipment usage, forecasts, intercompany eliminations and fixed asset additions.
Provide variance analysis for Comparative Balance Sheets and Income Statements.
Assist with maintenance and enhancement of financial systems to ensure data integrity and improve operational efficiency.
Assist Controller with reviews of month-end and quarter-end schedules and reconciliations prepared by the accounting team.
Maintain strong internal controls and segregation of duties.
Responsible for regional travel on quarterly basis.