Controller

ROC USA® works to make quality resident ownership of manufactured home communities possible across the country. When a mobile home park is for sale, ROC USA partners with homeowner groups that organize democratically to give them the opportunity to purchase and control their community. The organization provides ongoing technical assistance, training, and peer networking to help resident-led cooperatives strengthen operations and build long-term value. ROC USA focuses on preserving and improving affordable communities, building assets for low- and moderate-income households, and supporting strong, mutually supportive neighborhoods and local leaders. Team members contribute to a mission-driven organization working at the intersection of housing, community development, and economic opportunity.

About the role

The Controller is a full-time remote role responsible for overseeing ROC USA’s financial operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing the general ledger, supervising the monthly close process, preparing financial statements, and monitoring budgets and cash flow. The Controller will develop and maintain internal controls, coordinate audits, ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations, and support grant and contract reporting. This role collaborates with leadership to provide financial analysis, forecasting, and guidance to inform strategic decision-making. The Controller may also oversee or mentor finance staff, improve financial systems and processes, and support the organization’s mission through sound fiscal stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Manage the general ledger and supervise the monthly close process.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements.
• Monitor budgets and cash flow.
• Develop and maintain internal controls.
• Coordinate audits and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations.
• Support grant and contract reporting.
• Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and guidance to inform strategic decision-making.
• Oversee or mentor finance staff.
• Improve financial systems and processes.

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including GAAP compliance, monthly close, financial statement preparation, and reconciliation skills.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis to support organizational planning and decision-making.
• Proficiency with accounting and financial management software, spreadsheets (e.g., Excel), and data reporting tools.
• Knowledge of internal controls, audit coordination, and regulatory or grant compliance in a nonprofit or mission-driven setting is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple deadlines, and communicate clearly with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent professional certification is a plus.
• Experience in affordable housing, community development, or nonprofit finance is beneficial and aligns with ROC USA’s mission.