What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at FTS Inc?
Job Title: Controller
Location: Lexington, SC
Employment Type: Direct Hire (Full-Time, In-Office)
Industry: Home Building
About the Company
Our client is a rapidly growing home builder backed by strong financial support from an industry leader who successfully built and sold one of the top 50 home builders in the U.S. With a solid foundation and experienced leadership team, the company is on track to build 300 homes this year and aims to scale to 800-900 homes within the next five years. The organization values a collaborative culture, offers strong career growth potential, and provides competitive compensation and benefits.
About the Role
The Controller will play a key leadership role within the finance team, reporting to the VP of Finance. This position is ideal for an experienced Controller or an ambitious Staff Accountant/Accounting Manager looking to step into a Controller role over time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all accounting operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance.
- Manage and optimize financial systems, particularly NewStar, to ensure efficient processes.
- Develop and maintain financial reporting, leveraging SQL for custom live reporting as needed.
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Partner with the VP of Finance on financial strategy, forecasting, and analysis.
- Supervise and mentor accounting team members, including the recently hired AP Clerk, with plans to expand the team.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and industry best practices.
- Work closely with leadership to support the company’s rapid growth and long-term financial goals.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 5 years for Controller; 3 years for Staff Accountant/Accounting Manager with an interest in advancing.
- Industry Background: Home building experience strongly preferred.
- Education & Certifications: CPA preferred.
- Software Proficiency: Experience with NewStar is a plus; SQL knowledge for reporting is beneficial.
- Payroll System: Experience with Paylocity preferred; familiarity with ADP is a plus.
- Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Join a dynamic, growing company that values its people and offers incredible career growth opportunities! Apply today to be part of an exciting journey in the home building industry.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $125,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Accounting: 6 years (Required)
- Newstar: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPA (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lexington, SC 29073: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $125,000 - $135,000
