Katie White
About Katie White
Katie White serves as the Construction & Development Controller at Milhaus in Indianapolis, Indiana, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business and has extensive experience in financial management and operations within the construction and real estate sectors.
Work at Milhaus
Katie White has served as the Construction & Development Controller at Milhaus since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and service capability within the organization. She has successfully selected and implemented a new property management and accounting system, which has led to significant improvements in workflow. Additionally, she spearheaded the transition to a new utility management software provider, achieving this at no extra cost while automating utility and resident bill processing.
Education and Expertise
Katie White earned her Bachelor's degree in Finance from the Indiana University - Kelley School of Business, completing her studies from 1996 to 1999. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in financial principles, which she applies in her current role and previous positions. Her expertise includes financial reporting, internal accounting controls, and property management.
Background
Prior to her role at Milhaus, Katie White worked for Core Redevelopment LLC as Controller for a decade, from 2011 to 2021. She also held the position of Business Manager at Herron High School from 2007 to 2010. Earlier in her career, she worked at Chase as a Commercial Real Estate Underwriter from 2000 to 2006. Throughout her career, she has developed a comprehensive understanding of financial management and operational efficiency.
Achievements
During her tenure at Core Redevelopment LLC, Katie White developed and implemented internal accounting controls, policies, and procedures that supported the company's growth to a portfolio exceeding $100 million. She also established and maintained 15 banking, investor, and lending relationships, serving as the primary contact for financial reporting requirements. In her roles, she has acted as the primary HR contact, managing onboarding processes and payroll approvals.