Controller

ControllerWest Los Angeles, CA | OnsiteCompensation: Up to $225,000 Base + Discretionary BonusElevate is partnering with a prestigious real estate investment firm with a long history of acquiring, operating, and enhancing residential & multifamily properties throughout the United States. They are seeking a Controller to oversee the accounting operations for a large multifamily real estate portfolio.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced real estate accounting professional who enjoys leading teams, improving processes, and partnering cross-functionally to support operational and financial performance. The Controller will oversee the financial reporting for several multifamily properties while mentoring accounting staff, driving process improvements, and serving as a key business partner.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process for a portfolio of multifamily properties.Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the accounting team.Ensure accurate accounting for rental revenue, operating expenses, accruals, prepaid assets, fixed assets, depreciation, debt activity, and other property transactions.Review monthly financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses for completeness and accuracy.Support consolidated financial reporting, fund-level reporting, and management reporting requirements.Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning across the assigned portfolio.Review property-level financial performance and investigate significant budget-to-actual variances.Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, reporting processes, and internal controls.Maintain compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.Ensure the integrity of financial reporting across multiple legal entities and properties.Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Staff and Senior Property Accountants.Review team deliverables to ensure quality, accuracy, and timely completion.Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance development.Serve as the team's primary technical accounting resource and escalation point.Drive initiatives that increase efficiency, scalability, and reporting accuracy.Coordinate annual audit requests and prepare supporting documentation.Partner with external auditors during financial statement audits.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. CPA designation and/or Master's degree.9+ years of progressive accounting experience. Combination of public accounting and private industry experience preferred.Experience with multifamily portfolios, partnership accounting, investment accounting, or fund reporting.Previous experience supervising, mentoring, or leading accounting professionals.Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.Property accounting experience, preferably within multifamily or residential real estate.Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Experience with property management accounting systems such as Yardi.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.