We are Ari Apartment Management, a subsidiary of The Carroll Companies. Operating a collection of unique communities spanning Texas, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina, we specialize in high-quality multifamily residences backed by expertly trained team members and an outstanding level of hospitality. Our promise is to provide not only a place for our residents to call home, but to also offer the conveniences, luxuries, services, and sense of community that present superior apartment living.
ARI CONTROLLER
The Controller will play a critical leadership role within a large, multi-property management organization, overseeing all aspects of accounts payable and property-level accounting operations. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and partnering closely with operations teams to drive effective financial solutions and support business objectives across the portfolio.
This position reports to The Carroll Companies’ Corporate Controller
RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Oversight
- Lead and manage the day-to-day accounting operations for a portfolio ofmulti-familyproperties, including general ledger, month-endclose, and financial reporting.
- Oversee and optimize the accounts payable function to ensuretimelyandaccurateprocessing of invoices, vendor payments, and expense allocations.
- Review consolidated and property-level financial statementsand variance analysis.
- Assistwith year-end close process and preparation for annual tax and financial reporting
Property Accounting Management
- Supervise property accountants, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and timeliness of financial data.
- Ensure compliance with company accounting policies across all properties.
- Maintain strong internal controls over property financial processes.
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Establish clear goalsandaccountabilityfor team members.
- Collaborate cross-functionallyto promote alignment and efficiency across departments.
Process Improvement & Systems
- Drive continuous improvement in accounting workflows, automation, and reporting capabilities.
Business Partnering & Operations Support
- Act as a strategic partner to operations leadership,providingactionableinsights to support decision-making.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- 5years’accounting experienceincluding managerial
- Intermediate MS Excel skills andexperience withaccounting business systems
- CPA preferred
SKILLS
- Analysis and problem-solving
- Dealing with or managing people
- Strategic thinking and business acumen
- Process improvement mindset
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to collaborate across finance and operations
The Carroll Companies is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that diversity is a source of strength and innovation, and we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to create a workplace that reflects the diversity of the world we serve. Together, we strive to build a culture that celebrates uniqueness, embraces differences, and ensures that every employee feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Your talent is what matters most, and we are excited to welcome individuals from all walks of life to contribute their skills and perspectives to our dynamic team.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting
- 5 years of accounting experience
- Managerial accounting experience
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience with accounting business systems
- CPA certification
What We Do
The Carroll Companies include a collection of successful enterprises that are involved in diverse aspects of land development, construction, ownership, and management. This privately owned, in-house real estate development and management firm is based out of Greensboro, NC and is best known for its luxury multifamily developments and visionary mixed-use lifestyle centers. For over 30 years, the results-driven organization has been committed to surpassing expectations and achieving business success by providing innovative, cost-effective developments and services. The Carroll Companies continue to successfully expand their diversified portfolio, which now consists of retail centers, industrial parks, offices, and hotels. With over three decades of real estate development experience, The Carroll Companies now have over $4 billion in real estate assets that they own or currently have under development without outside equity or partners. OUR VISION At The Carroll Companies, our mission is: - To be the revolutionary force that guides the future of our industries through the convergence of our people, our ideas and a relentless pursuit of excellence. - To shape & lead each industry segment in which we operate. To create value for our customers & a dynamic work environment for our team members. - To achieve this focus on value, we will diligently work toward ensuring the highest level of efficiency throughout the organization in all we do. We will continue to be an innovative, relevant group of companies embracing these ideals to create growth & opportunity for all within the organization.
