Controller

Controller This is a hybrid role (3 days in-office). Compensation: $150-170k + 10-15% bonus, depending on related expertise. The Controller will lead day-to-day accounting operations for our commercial/retail real estate portfolio, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with income tax-basis accounting standards and lender/investor requirements. This role partners closely with the CFO on financial strategy while managing a team of two Senior Accountants and owning the monthly close, property-level reporting, and compliance processes. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Close Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across the property portfolio and corporate entitiesPrepare consolidated financial statements, property-level P&Ls, and variance analyses for the CFO and ownership/investorsEnsure accurate accounting for CAM reconciliations, tenant billings, depreciation, and capital expenditures on an income tax basisReview and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules prepared by the team Team LeadershipManage, mentor, and develop two Senior Accountants, including workload allocation, performance reviews, and professional growthEstablish and document accounting procedures and review checklists to ensure consistency across propertiesServe as the escalation point for complex accounting issues raised by the team Controls & ComplianceMaintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting across the portfolioServe as primary liaison for tax preparers and lender reporting requirementsEnsure compliance with loan covenants, partnership agreements, and investor reporting obligationsOversee property tax, insurance, and 1099 reporting processes Process & SystemsIdentify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within the accounting functionOwn the chart of accounts and property accounting system administration (e.g., Yardi, MRI, or similar)Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash management in partnership with the CFO Business PartnershipProvide the CFO with financial analysis and ad hoc reporting to support acquisition due diligence, refinancing, and dispositionsCollaborate with property management and asset management teams on operational and financial questions QualificationsBS/BS in Accounting or FinanceCPA preferred7+ years of progressive accounting experience required2+ years in a supervisory/management role requiredCommercial real estate accounting experience required (CAM reconciliations, multi-entity/property consolidations, income tax-basis reporting) requiredKnowledge of income tax-basis accounting principles as applied to real estate is preferredProficiency with property accounting software (Yardi, MRI, AppFolio, or similar) and advanced Excel skills are preferredExperience managing lender and investor reporting cycles preferredStrong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines across a portfolio of properties are requiredExcellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team are required IND4