Controller - Real Estate Owner/Developer

Company: Genuine Search Group
Location: New York
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Our client, a very stable and highly reputable real estate owner/developer, is seeking a Controller with great leadership skills to oversee finance/accounting functions for a portfolio of luxury Class A properties. We have placed several people with this company over the years and have consistently received very positive feedback from our candidates.RESPONSIBILITIES: * Oversee a team of five Senior and Staff Accountants* Ensure appropriate controls and procedures are in place for accurate and timely financial reporting* Oversee month-end close, including reviewing financial statements* Oversee the preparation of detailed audit workpaper in connection with month, quarter and year-end financial audit and reporting process* Reconciliation of subsidiary ledgers to general ledger and monthly reports* Utilize existing accounting systems to automate processes and reporting where appropriate* Manage accounting for the tenant accounting year-end lease requirements* Work with property management to research and explain budget to actual variances, and share these explanations with leadership for use in monthly management meetings as required* Support CFO with ad-hoc analysis requests* Manage annual Building Operating Expense reports; prepare annual operating budget, revised forecastREQUIREMENTS:* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field* Strong managerial skills* Thorough understanding of accounting principles and the accounting requirements of real estate organizations* Strong organization, coordination and planning, and problem-solving skills* Ability to meet strict deadlines consistently* Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

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