Controller

Description

WindRiver is a luxury lakefront and golf community offering a vibrant lifestyle that encompasses world-class amenities, including a championship golf course, full-service marina, Lakeside Inn, resort-style pool, and much more. At the heart of our community is WindRiver Club, a private members-only club soon to feature Clubhouse Village — home to our restaurant, bar, spa, fitness center, event spaces, and pro shop. We invite you to discover "Life As It Should Be."  

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations across WindRiver’s businesses and affiliated entities. This hands-on leadership role carries fiduciary responsibility for the owners, WindRiver, and affiliated interests and entities. In addition to managing the day-to-day accounting functions, the Controller leads and a small accounting team, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. 

Responsibilities

1. Financial Management and Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for multiple entities, HOAs, and the Executive Team
• Oversee monthly closings, including journal entries and reconciliations
• Reconcile bank accounts, American Express, payroll, A/P, and A/R accounts
• Manage daily, weekly, and long-term cash flow and projections
• Supervise and verify funding requests, tax filings, and compliance documentation for external CPA
• Monitor budget compliance, cost controls, and job cost data
• Maintain financial records for HOAs and support audit preparation and inventory verification

2. Operations, Compliance, and Systems

• Manage accounting platforms including Sage Intacct, Jonas Club Software, Bill.com, Expensify, Asana, and Microsoft Teams
• Ensure compliance with licenses and renewals (e.g., vehicle, liquor/beer permits, elevator inspections)
• Partner with insurance providers on risk management and policy updates
• Oversee Accounts Receivable: deposits, transfers, credit card processing, ACH, and aging reports
• Oversee Accounts Payable: verify vendors, match to budgets/approvals, assist with invoice coding and payments
• Conduct audits and suggest process improvements across operational areas

3. Strategic Planning and Team Leadership

• Partner with HR on payroll, benefits, and related processes
• Hire, train, evaluate, and manage accounting team performance
• Develop annual budgets and long-term strategic plans
• Maintain business plans for development phases and vertical construction
• Prepare and manage construction budgets, cash flow forecasts, and cost-to-complete processes

Requirements

Qualifications

• 5-10 years’ experience in Accounting
• Bachelor’s degree required 
• CPA preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Maintain knowledge of current and projected industry developments through continuous attention to industry information
• Willingness to participate in relevant trade associations and organizations
• Ability to remain positive in both service and relationships with staff, guests, and Members
• Excellent skills with the Microsoft 365 Suite
• Excellent track record of communication skills
• Strong organizational skills 
• Work as a team player with a professional demeanor 

Physical Requirements: 

Must be able to bend, stoop, climb stairs, twist, kneel, lift, climb, push, and pull items weighing up to 35lbs. Must be able to stand and continuously move throughout the workday. Must be comfortable working in an office setting for 8+ hours a day.

What We Offer

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)