Assistant Controller

Job Title: Assistant Controller Job Location: Albuquerque, NM Job Type: Direct Hire /Full Time Please apply with your updated resume and Email Address and Contact Details Note: Relocation: Yes, for the right candidates only from Denver, Houston, Dallas. Yardi experience preferred, ideally with commercial real estate experience. JOB DESCRIPTION: POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Controller, the Assistant Controller is responsible for overseeing daily Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable operations of the Accounting team and supporting ancillary Accounting and Finance functions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Controllership Level Duties Supervise the functions and staff of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Oversee property tax payment and tax protest process with county assessor Prepare monthly bank account reconciliations Review financial statements in preparation for monthly close meetings Prepare and analyze financial statements for properties, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements As a back up to Controller, coordinate month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations Coordinate with Controller and FP&A for annual budget process Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Review and approve invoices, initiate payments, and manage tenant billings in accordance with lease agreements Monitor tenant accounts receivable aging and follow up on overdue payments in coordination with Property Management policies Responsible for posting and verifying information related to monthly mortgage payments, updating loan amortization schedules and escrow balances, posting journal entries and recording in checkbook Completes monthly recurring journal entries Calculates and records escrow interest and monthly accruals for insurance and taxes Assist AR Specialist with preparation of tenant statements for estimated Common Area Maintenance charges and Taxes Treasury Services Manage preparation of bimonthly cash report Direct funding to accounts with a shortfalls and to appropriate accounts that maximize earnings credits Manage opening and closures of accounts as necessary, managing KYC process, and communication with counterparts at banks. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (INCLUDES EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE): The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. Minimum of 3-5 years of previous experience as Senior Accountant, Treasury Manager or Controller Strong Accounting skills and attention to detail Excellent planning and organizational skills Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook Demonstrated proficiency in computer-based accounting applications required Experience with Commercial Real Estate industry or Yardi ERP is a big plus Job Type: Contract Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Experience: Commercial Real Estate industry or Yardi ERP: 2 years (Preferred) Senior Accountant or Treasury Manager or Controller: 5 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person