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Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations, ensure GAAP compliance, and deliver audit readiness. This role will partner closely with the outgoing VP of Finance, who has been with the company for over a decade, to ensure a seamless transition of knowledge and processes.
The Controller will lead an established finance team—including an Assistant Controller, an Accounting Manager, and two AP Coordinators—while driving improvements in financial reporting, systems, and process efficiency. This role is ideal for a CPA with both public accounting and corporate experience who thrives in a leadership role and enjoys shaping modern financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
Oversee preparation of timely and accurate financial and management reporting.
Manage external audits and ensure adherence to GAAP and regulatory standards.
Streamline and improve the month-end and year-end close processes.
Drive process improvements, including automation, digital transformation, and ERP enhancements.
Transition the company from checks to virtual payments, improving treasury efficiency.
Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team (Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, AP Coordinators).
Partner with executive leadership on financial strategy and operational improvements.
Qualifications
CPA required
Blend of public accounting (Big 4 or mid-tier) and corporate/industry finance experience.
Strong technical accounting expertise, with proven experience in financial reporting, audits, and GAAP compliance.
Track record of driving process improvements, systems upgrades, or digital transformation.
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor and inspire a seasoned team.
Homebuilding, construction, or real estate development industry experience preferred, but not required.
Hybrid work model; ability to be on-site regularly in Visalia, CA.
Why Join Our Client
Join a well-established homebuilder positioned for growth.
Step into a key leadership role with the opportunity to modernize financial operations.
Partner closely with executives during a leadership transition.
Lead a strong, collaborative team with long tenure and deep institutional knowledge.
Be part of a culture that values integrity, accountability, and long-term success.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
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The Controller will lead an established finance team—including an Assistant Controller, an Accounting Manager, and two AP Coordinators—while driving improvements in financial reporting, systems, and process efficiency. This role is ideal for a CPA with both public accounting and corporate experience who thrives in a leadership role and enjoys shaping modern financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
Oversee preparation of timely and accurate financial and management reporting.
Manage external audits and ensure adherence to GAAP and regulatory standards.
Streamline and improve the month-end and year-end close processes.
Drive process improvements, including automation, digital transformation, and ERP enhancements.
Transition the company from checks to virtual payments, improving treasury efficiency.
Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team (Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, AP Coordinators).
Partner with executive leadership on financial strategy and operational improvements.
Qualifications
CPA required
Blend of public accounting (Big 4 or mid-tier) and corporate/industry finance experience.
Strong technical accounting expertise, with proven experience in financial reporting, audits, and GAAP compliance.
Track record of driving process improvements, systems upgrades, or digital transformation.
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor and inspire a seasoned team.
Homebuilding, construction, or real estate development industry experience preferred, but not required.
Hybrid work model; ability to be on-site regularly in Visalia, CA.
Why Join Our Client
Join a well-established homebuilder positioned for growth.
Step into a key leadership role with the opportunity to modernize financial operations.
Partner closely with executives during a leadership transition.
Lead a strong, collaborative team with long tenure and deep institutional knowledge.
Be part of a culture that values integrity, accountability, and long-term success.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
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