Controller at Lone Pine Associates Inc – Enterprise, Oregon

Description

Lone Pine Associates Inc is seeking a Controller to join a growing organization in real estate development, construction, and property management. This role leads the accounting function with a focus on strong controls, accurate reporting, smart use of systems like Yardi, and continuous process improvement. You’ll work closely with leadership and manage an accounting team in an environment that values collaboration and getting things done the right way.

We have a fun, supportive culture and are looking for someone who wants more than just a job. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build a long-term career, grow professionally, and be part of a team that enjoys working together.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, with salary negotiable based on experience.

**Lone Pine Associates Inc is the employing entity for Chrisman Development corporate staff**

Location: The Chrisman Group corporate office in Enterprise, Oregon

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 40 hours/week / Monday - Friday

Compensation: Salary negotiable based on experience

Benefits include:

• Health insurance - two plan options, employee + family coverage is 100% employer-paid
• Dental insurance - employee + family coverage is 100% employer-paid
• Vision insurance - employee + family coverage is 100% employer-paid
• Critical Illness insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance
• Accident insurance
• Hospital insurance
• $35,000 employer-paid Life insurance plus the option to purchase additional coverage
• Employer-paid Life Flight Membership
• MetLife Pet Insurance
• Aflac
• FSA and Dependent Care FSA or HSA with employer contribution (dependent upon medical plan)
• 401k with 4% employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - accrued at 4.62 hours/biweekly for 40 hour/week employees
• 15 paid holidays per year, including two four-day weekends and a floating holiday
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid volunteer days
• Employee Assistance Program

All benefits may be canceled or changed at the discretion of the company, unless otherwise prohibited by law.

Direct Responsibilities

Administration & Management

• Lead, develop, and mentor the accounting team.

• Set clear expectations, priorities, and accountability for staff.

• Build a culture of accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement.

• Partner with the CFO on department strategy, staffing, and systems planning.

• Maintain and enforce a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.

• Oversee accounting department operations, including control systems and transaction-processing policies.

• Collaborate with other departments to maintain financial records and system processes.

Systems & Technology

• Serve as the primary accounting systems lead, with deep ownership of Yardi (accounting software).

• Ensure accurate setup and maintenance of entities, properties, charts of accounts, workflows, and reporting structures.

• Evaluate, learn, and implement new software tools that support accounting and reporting.

• Partner with IT and operational teams on system integrations.

• Continuously improve workflows through effective use of technology.

Transactions & Maintenance

• Ensure accounts payable are processed in a timely manner.

• Ensure accounts receivable are billed and collected promptly, including construction contract receivables, developer fees, rent, notes, loans, and owner-related receivables.

• Ensure monthly bank reconciliations are completed and reviewed on time.

• Oversee the creation and maintenance of bank and credit accounts.

• Ensure required debt payments are made on time.

• Maintain the chart of accounts.

• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation.

• Maintain schedules for amortization, depreciation, loans, developer fees, owner distributions, and real estate owned.

• Oversee reconciliations and GL tie-outs.

• Review financial statements and investigate discrepancies.

Reporting

• Issue timely and complete financial statements.

• Prepare and submit reporting packets to lenders and investors when required.

• Provide meaningful financial analysis to leadership.

• Coordinate year-end financial reviews and audit support.

Process Improvement

• Identify inefficiencies and risks in accounting workflows.

• Design and implement improved processes that enhance accuracy and efficiency.

• Standardize procedures across development, construction, and property management entities where appropriate.

• Work cross-functionally to align accounting processes with operational needs.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable local, state, and federal requirements.

• Oversee tax and regulatory reporting support in partnership with external advisors.

• Maintain strong documentation for audits and lender reviews.

• Protect the organization through disciplined financial governance.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, or equivalent experience.

• Strong knowledge of accounting, financial principles, and banking.

• Experience in a controller or senior leadership role.

• High level of comfort with accounting systems, specifically Yardi Voyager.

• Ability to learn and adapt to new software quickly.

• Strong people management and coaching skills.

• Demonstrated ability to design and improve processes.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.