GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJs relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand clients needs attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
Position Summary:
The Controller will be responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting activities for the company ensuring compliance with GAAP and providing accurate financial reporting to support strategic decisionmaking. This role requires strong leadership attention to detail and experience in the real estate sector including property accounting development finance and asset management.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage all accounting operations including general ledger accounts payable/receivable payroll and bank reconciliations
Oversee monthend and yearend closing processes and produce timely financial statements
Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Prepare budgets forecasts and cash flow projections for multiple entities and projects
Monitor and analyze financial performance providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership
Coordinate annual audits and tax filings with external auditors and CPAs
Supervise and mentor accounting staff
Support real estate transactions including due diligence cost tracking and financial modeling
Ensure proper accounting for property development capital expenditures and construction draws
Manage financial reporting for investor and lender requirements
Implement and maintain accounting systems (e.g. Yardi MRI QuickBooks or other platforms)
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field; CPA preferred
7 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Prior experience in real estate development property management or real estate investment required
Proficiency in real estate accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
Strong knowledge of GAAP and real estate financial reporting
Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills
Ability to work in a fastpaced entrepreneurial environment
Controller - Real Estate
