Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a real estate financial services firm is looking for an experienced Controller to oversee and manage the accounting operations of their organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and implementing strong internal controls to safeguard the integrity of financial data. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial systems, leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in multi-entity accounting. Please note for the first 4-6 months this will be a HANDS-ON Controller role and then this position will hire a staff accountant. In addition, there will be travel required for the first 8-12 weeks to help integrate a company they bought. The travel will be on the east coast every other week for a week at a time.

Responsibilities :

• Supervise and execute monthly close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and analysis of intercompany transactions.
• Develop and refine financial systems, policies, and procedures to ensure timely and accurate maintenance of financial records.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports at both departmental and organizational levels.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger operations to maintain accuracy and completeness.
• Establish and enforce internal controls to mitigate financial risk and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate annual insurance renewals and contribute to risk analysis for all entities.
• Lead relationships with external auditors, tax specialists, and fund administrators, ensuring timely preparation of audit and tax documentation.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to the accounting team, fostering attention to detail and effective performance management.
• Collaborate with department leaders to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow strategies.
• Analyze budget allocations to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize resource distribution.

The ideal candidate for this role will have a BS degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred), 10+ years of full cycle accounting through financial statement preparation and budgeting / forecasting, SAGE INTACCT, experience with integrating companies, US GAAP, preferably coming out of PE or R / E and the ability to communicate well with various different department heads and partners. Comp range for this role is 130-150K + bonus and benefits. This role is 5 days / week in the office in DC until you are up and running (probably 6 months) and then it can be hybrid (3 days in the office and 2 at home). To apply to this Controller role please do so through this posting, reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035.