Controller – Property Management Firm – up to $240k

Controller (Hybrid) – Property Management Firm – up to $240k

A prominent property management firm is seeking to bring onboard a Controller in order to bring property accounting in house and build out a team. The firm has has an outsourced third party accounting function up until this point.

In this role, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and ensuring the financial health of the organization while reporting directly to the CFO. This position is best suited for a hands on, yet strategic leader with a robust background in property accounting. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic real estate firm.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the development and execution of financial strategies to drive growth and profitability, optimizing real estate finance for market rate and affordable housing segments.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Report directly to the chairman, providing comprehensive financial analysis and recommendations for strategic decision-making, while collaborating on corporate plans and initiatives.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes aligned with organizational goals, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
• Manage property-level financial reporting, analyzing property performance and variances to budget and forecasts.
• Manage relationships with investors, lenders, and regulatory agencies, while assessing and mitigating financial risks through cross-functional collaboration.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team, driving operational efficiency and effectiveness through technology and best practices, and fostering growth opportunities within the division.
• Stay current with accounting standards and regulations, proactively assessing their impact on the organization and implementing necessary changes.

Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required, with a preference for CPA certification.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities in senior financial positions within residential real estate, particularly with an emphasis on affordable housing.
• Proficiency in Yardi software and Microsoft Office Suite is essential.
• Thorough understanding of real estate finance, tax regulations, and compliance is necessary.

Compensation: up to $240k

The above salary range represents Advice’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible base compensation range at the time of posting and is not reflective of the total compensation package, which may also include benefits, equity and other non-cash incentives.

Please send your resume for immediate consideration to: bsedita@adviceny.com

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