Controller
San Jose, CA Direct-Hire $130000.00 - $150000.00 Onsite

Job Description

Job Title: Controller

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM
Salary Range: $130,000 - $150,000 per year
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Duration: Direct Hire
Benefits: Medical, dental, life insurance, and paid leave

Job Summary

This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with organizational policies, internal procedures, and GAAP standards while managing financial reporting and record-keeping. The Controller will also oversee personnel record management, financial statement preparation, and cash flow management, playing a crucial role in maintaining financial stability.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Compliance

  • Establish and maintain effective internal financial controls

  • Oversee financial record-keeping and reporting processes

  • Develop and present financial statements

  • Manage cash flow and produce audit work papers

  • Coordinate external audits and prepare state and federal tax filings

  • Maintain banking relationships and oversee financial regulatory compliance

  • Develop annual budgets with cost-saving recommendations

Personnel Management

  • Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate accounting team members

  • Establish procedures for personnel activities, including hiring, promotions, and terminations

  • Maintain benefits records (medical, dental, pension plans)

  • Report workplace incidents to insurance carriers and management

  • Ensure compliance with government agency reporting and labor regulations

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting with at least 7 years of relevant experience

  • Proficiency in Yardi accounting software (mandatory requirement)

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Expertise in financial modeling and Excel-based data analysis

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong organizational, time management, and leadership abilities

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

Preferred Experience

  • Experience in construction or nonprofit accounting

  • Familiarity with Vision Point and Paycom software

  • Background in residential property accounting and audit compliance

  • CPA firm experience

  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

We are looking for a results-driven leader with strong financial acumen and a commitment to operational efficiency. Proficiency in Yardi is a must. Candidates without Yardi experience will not be considered.

If you meet these qualifications, we invite you to apply!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Job Reference: JN -042025-393291