Controller-Property Management/Real Estate Controller

Company Overview:
We are a well-established and growing family office specializing in property management and real estate investments. With a strong reputation for delivering excellence, our boutique team is expanding, and we're looking for a skilled Property Management/Real Estate Controller to join us. This is a hands-on role where you will play a critical part in overseeing the financial operations of our real estate portfolio. We offer a collaborative, dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth and the opportunity to work closely with leadership.

Role Overview:
The Property Management/Real Estate Controller will manage the accounting and financial reporting for multiple real estate entities, with a particular focus on month-end and year-end close processes, job costing, and financial oversight. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in real estate and property management accounting, including construction and engineering experience. You will be managing a team of three and working directly with both the CFO and the Facilities and Leasing Manager to ensure smooth financial operations and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Month-End/Year-End Close: Oversee all aspects of month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting across multiple entities.
• Job Costing: Oversee job costing for property management projects, including tracking expenses and ensuring proper allocation across entities.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare detailed financial reports, including balance sheets, P&L statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with industry standards and internal policies.
• Property Management & Real Estate Oversight: Oversee the financials for the real estate portfolio, including leasing, tenant accounts, operating expenses, and capital expenditures.
• Staff Management: Supervise a team of three accounting professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support in daily operations.
• Collaboration: Work directly with the CFO and Facilities and Leasing Manager to provide accurate financial data and insights for decision-making.
• Sage 300 (Timberline): Use Sage 300 (Timberline) for financial reporting and job costing, ensuring efficient and accurate system usage for all financial processes.
• Multiple Entities: Manage the financials of multiple entities within the family office, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and timeliness of reporting.

Qualifications:

• Real Estate/Property Management Experience: Must have significant experience in property management and real estate accounting.
• Job Costing Experience: Experience in job costing within the construction or engineering industry, with the ability to track costs and allocate them properly across projects.
• Sage 300 (Timberline): Proficiency with Sage 300 (Timberline) or similar accounting software is required.
• Staff Management: Experience managing a small team and the ability to provide direction and support.
• Strong Accounting Knowledge: In-depth understanding of accounting principles, including month-end and year-end close processes, financial reporting, and budgeting.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and job costing.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with leadership and external stakeholders.
• Multiple Entity Experience: Experience working with multiple entities, particularly in a real estate or property management context, is preferred.

Soft Skills:

• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to proactively address challenges.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop a team.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with both financial and operational teams.
• Organized, results-driven, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

• Join a reputable and growing family office with a strong foundation in real estate and property management.
• Work closely with senior leadership and make a direct impact on the financial success of the organization.
• Manage a dynamic portfolio of properties and contribute to strategic decision-making.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a small, dedicated accounting team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Salary: $130-$140k

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.