Summary
An iconic global investment, development, and management firm is seeking a Controller who takes initiative and is always focused on continuous improvement.
Company Information:
A top global real estate investment, development, and management firm known for its notable properties and innovative urban projects with $57+ billion in AUM.
Job Description:
• Oversee financial reporting and ensuring compliance with regulations (GAAP)
• Review monthly subcontractor expenses, ledgers, and financial reports for accuracy and request
adjustment of journal entries as necessary
• Provide detailed variance explanations to leadership, Property Management and Asset Management
• Manage accounting operations, including accounts payable/receivable, and payroll
• Adjust or initiate new billing policies and procedures as needed
• Determine annual recurring contract escalations and verify upload
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecast and financial performance
• Develop annual budgets, track variances, and provide quarterly forecasts
• Ensure contract increases are effectively communicated to all customers (tenants) via escalation letters
• Implement and maintain internal controls to prevent fraud and ensure accuracy
• Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements / Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a similar field is required
- At least 8 years of accounting experience required in private/public accounting and/or real estate
accounting - Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Controller, preferably in cleaning services, facilities management or
real estate - Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook and Word), Microsoft Dynamics D365 and
advanced skills in Microsoft Excel - Effective oral, reading, listening, and written communication skills
- Ability to assess and evaluate situations and critical issues effectively and accurately
- Strong organization, time management, and project management skills
- Acts with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
- Strong analytical, mathematical, administrative, and problem-solving skills
- Passion for ensuring billables are completed in a timely and accurate fashion
