Controller

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ABOUT US

Diamond Custom Homes is a luxury custom home builder serving Southwest Florida. Alongside Diamond Custom Homes, our family of companies includes EDGE Interior Design & Cabinetry and Diamond Estate Management, providing a fully integrated experience from construction and interior design to property management.

We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations across all three companies. This individual will play a key leadership role by ensuring accurate financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, improving processes, and providing financial insight to ownership.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Controller will oversee all accounting functions, supervise accounting staff, and provide financial leadership for multiple related companies. This role requires a hands-on leader who is equally comfortable managing day-to-day accounting activities while developing financial reporting, budgets, cash flow analysis, and operational improvements.

The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, proactive, and enjoys improving processes while supporting a growing business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management

Oversee all accounting functions for three related companies

Ensure accurate monthly financial statements

Manage month-end and year-end close

Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts

Review journal entries and account reconciliations

Monitor internal controls and accounting procedures

Coordinate with outside CPA firm for annual tax preparation

Accounting Operations

Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable

Assist with client invoicing and progress billing

Review vendor invoices and payment processing

Oversee bank and credit card reconciliations

Manage cash receipts and deposits

Ensure accurate coding of expenses and job costs

Oversee sales tax reporting

Coordinate annual 1099 preparation and filing

Construction & Project Accounting

Review Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting

Analyze project profitability

Monitor job cost reporting

Review Buildertrend and QuickBooks financial data

Assist with project close-outs

Analyze budget versus actual costs

Improve project accounting procedures

Assist operations with financial reporting and forecasting

Financial Planning & Analysis

Prepare monthly financial reporting packages

Perform cash flow forecasting

Monitor company liquidity

Develop budgets and financial projections

Analyze key financial metrics

Identify opportunities to improve profitability

Support ownership with strategic financial decisions

Leadership

Manage and mentor accounting staff

Conduct regular one-on-one meetings

Assist with hiring and training accounting personnel

Establish accounting procedures and workflows

Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Collaborate with project managers and department leaders

Systems & Process Improvement

Maintain QuickBooks Online and Buildertrend accounting workflows

Evaluate and improve accounting systems

Develop written accounting procedures

Improve efficiency through automation and standardization

Ensure financial data integrity across all companies

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience

Previous Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager experience

Strong knowledge of QuickBooks Online

Experience with construction accounting

Strong understanding of GAAP

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Excellent organizational and analytical skills

Strong communication and leadership abilities

Preferred

CPA or CPA candidate

Experience with Buildertrend

Experience with Design Manager

Experience in residential construction

Experience with interior design accounting

Experience managing multiple entities

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is:

A strong leader who enjoys mentoring others

Hands-on and willing to dive into day-to-day accounting when needed

Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail

Able to prioritize multiple companies and deadlines

A problem solver who enjoys improving systems and processes

Professional, collaborative, and accountable

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive salary based on experience

Paid Time Off

Health benefits (if applicable)

Retirement plan (if applicable)

Opportunities for professional growth and leadership

Full Time