<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is currently working with a family-owned stable business that is looking for an experienced Controller to oversee accounting and financial management for this company. This position offers the opportunity to guide core financial activities, and partner closely with leadership on business planning. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a multi-entity environment. For more information, call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct accounting activities across multiple entities, including ledger management, payables, receivables, payroll oversight, and period-end close.</p><p>• Produce accurate financial reports on a recurring basis for businesses and property investments, ensuring timely visibility into performance.</p><p>• Monitor liquidity, develop budgets, and prepare forecasts that support operational and strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements at the federal, state, and local levels.</p><p>• Establish and refine internal control practices that safeguard assets and promote reliable financial governance.</p><p>• Evaluate results across business lines and deliver actionable analysis and recommendations to executive leadership.</p><p>• Oversee financial reporting related to real estate assets, including lease activity, property-level performance, and capital spending.</p><p>• Identify and implement improvements to accounting workflows, reporting tools, and financial processes to increase efficiency.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff while building team capability to support organizational growth.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial operations for our client in Sonoma County, California. This position will guide accounting activities, strengthen financial reporting, and support informed decision-making across multiple entities. The role also partners closely with leadership and development teams to maintain fiscal discipline, regulatory compliance, and effective long-term planning.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct core finance operations, including general accounting, payables, payroll coordination, liquidity oversight, and financial stewardship across affiliated entities.</p><p>• Produce accurate monthly and quarterly financial packages, budgets, forecasts, and management reports for executives, board members, partners, and regulatory bodies.</p><p>• Partner with real estate development stakeholders to monitor construction funding activity, reconcile project budgets, and prepare reporting tied to active development projects.</p><p>• Lead and mentor the finance function while serving as a key point of contact for banking relationships, external auditors, and the Finance Committee.</p><p>• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, sound accounting practices, and reliable financial management procedures.</p><p>• Oversee liability and property insurance administration to help protect organizational assets and manage exposure.</p><p>• Support strategic planning by providing financial analysis, performance insights, and recommendations to senior leadership.</p><p>• Utilize financial systems and tools, including Yardi, to improve reporting accuracy and operational effectiveness</p>