Davila Homes · 3 days ago
Financial Controller
Greater Orlando
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expDavila Homes is an Orlando-based luxury home builder known for creating exceptional residences that blend elegance, craftsmanship, and cutting-edge design. They are seeking an experienced Controller responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial reporting functions while ensuring compliance with GAAP and Florida-specific regulations. The role involves managing financial reporting, job costing, internal controls, and leading the accounting team.
ConstructionInterior DesignProperty Development
Hiring Manager
Cathy Cantwell
Responsibilities
Oversee and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process
Prepare and review timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Manage consolidations for multiple entities, communities, and joint ventures
Ensure proper revenue recognition, WIP reporting, and cost capitalization
Maintain accurate job cost accounting for homes, land development, and common area projects
Review budgets, cost-to-complete forecasts, and margin analyses
Partner with construction and operations teams to identify cost variances and risks
Ensure accurate tracking of direct and indirect construction costs
Establish, maintain, and improve internal controls and accounting policies
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Coordinate audits, reviews, and tax filings with external auditors and tax advisors
Support lender reporting, bonding, and covenant compliance
Oversee cash flow forecasting and liquidity management
Monitor lines of credit, construction loans, and draw requests
Review and approve disbursements, AP, and cash management processes
Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team
Set performance goals and ensure timely completion of deliverables
Promote cross-functional collaboration with purchasing, construction, sales, and land teams
Oversee accounting systems and job cost software (e.g., Buildertrend, Sage, JD Edwards, Viewpoint, QuickBooks, etc.)
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve reporting, and increase automation
Support system implementations and upgrades as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
7+ years of progressive accounting experience
Prior experience in residential homebuilding or construction accounting, preferably in Florida
Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP accounting, revenue recognition, and percentage-of-completion methods
Experience with Florida-specific construction practices, including impact fees, permits, and development costs
Experience managing month-end close and financial reporting
Advanced Excel skills
Preferred
CPA or CMA designation
Experience with Florida residential permitting, impact fees, and land development accounting
Experience with multi-entity and multi-community structures
Familiarity with Florida lender draw processes and construction loan reporting
Experience working with external auditors, lenders, and tax professionals
Benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday
Ability to participate in company benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and others!
Company
Davila Homes
We craft exquisite residences that transcend mere structures, enriching lives and fostering prosperity within our community and beyond.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase