Financial Controller
Controller / Financial Operations ManagerIndustry: Real Estate Investment & DevelopmentLocation: Englewood, NJ (100% Onsite)Compensation: $80K–$100K + BenefitsPosition OverviewA growing real estate investment and development company is seeking a hands-on Controller / Financial Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting, bookkeeping, cash management, and office operations. This is a high-visibility role ideal for someone with a startup mentality who is comfortable wearing multiple hats, working under pressure, and helping build scalable financial processes and systems.This position will play a key role in implementing operational workflows and enhancing QuickBooks with AI-driven reporting, approvals, and contract tracking capabilities.Key ResponsibilitiesManage full-cycle bookkeeping, including AP/AR, reconciliations, journal entries, and vendor management.Prepare financial reports, project analysis, cash flow reporting, and budget support.Oversee weekly bank reconciliations, wires, ACH payments, escrow accounts, and loan tracking.Maintain contract logs, payment schedules, and critical project documentation.Support project budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling for real estate developments.Assist leadership with administrative operations, reporting, presentations, and office management tasks.Collaborate on building process improvements and AI-enhanced financial workflows layered onto QuickBooks.Support HR administration, benefits coordination, and payroll-related tasks.Qualifications5+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or controller experience within real estate, construction, property management, or entrepreneurial environments.Strong QuickBooks and advanced Excel skills required.Comfortable leveraging AI tools and technology to improve reporting and operational efficiency.Highly organized, analytical, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.Strong communication skills and willingness to take ownership beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.Schedule & Benefits100% onsite in Englewood, NJHours: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PMFull medical, dental, and vision coverage2 weeks PTOInterview ProcessResume review → Video interview → Two onsite interviews → Offer