Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Controller with a strong background in real estate accounting to oversee all financial operations, accounting, and bookkeeping functions for the organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and providing strategic financial guidance across our property portfolio and/or real estate operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting & Financial Operations
- Oversee all day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements
- Review and approve journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable real estate accounting standards
Real Estate-Specific Duties
- Oversee property-level accounting across multiple entities/properties (if managing a portfolio)
- Manage CAM (Common Area Maintenance) reconciliations, tenant billing, and lease accounting
- Oversee construction-in-progress accounting, capitalization of costs, and fixed asset tracking
- Support acquisition, disposition, and refinancing transactions with accurate financial due diligence
- Coordinate with property management teams on budget vs. actual variance analysis
Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to leadership/ownership
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis
- Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax documents in coordination with external CPA/tax advisors
- Maintain compliance with lender covenants, investor reporting requirements, and regulatory filings
- Manage annual audit process and serve as primary point of contact for external auditors
Team Leadership
- Supervise, train, and mentor accounting/bookkeeping staff
- Establish and maintain internal controls and accounting policies/procedures
- Evaluate and improve accounting systems, software, and processes for efficiency
Qualifications:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role
- Direct experience in real estate accounting (property management, development, or investment)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, lease accounting, and property-level financial reporting
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Yardi, MRI, AppFolio, QuickBooks, or similar real estate platforms)
- Advanced Excel skills
Preferred
- CPA license
- Experience with multi-entity/multi-property consolidations
- Experience supporting acquisitions, dispositions, or capital transactions
- Prior experience managing a team of accounting/bookkeeping staff
Core Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication skills, able to translate financial data for non-financial stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong leadership and team management skills
Employment Type:
- Full-time
