Controller

Schochet is currently accepting resumes for an Experienced Controller atour corporate office in Braintree MA.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to oversee our accounting department and help maximize the financial performance of the company for investors and owners. This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining financial policies procedures controls and reporting systems to ensure accuracy compliance and strategic financial management.

Duties include but not limited to;

• Lead and manage the Accounting Department including:
• Conducting staff meetings
• Performing monthly financial reviews (budget management cash flow general ledger accuracy)
• Supporting individual performance development
• Recruit train and develop accounting staff as needed
• Review monthly financial reports for accuracy with a focus on preparing properties for investor reporting packages and year end audits
• Respond to IRS and Department of Revenue inquiries
• Provide investors with monthly and annual documentation respond to inquiries and manage auditors
• Monitor and recommend improvements to internal control policies and procedures
• Ensure all annual filings including gross profit statements are completed and in good standing
• Collaborate with auditors to prepare financial statements and tax returns
• Annual Budget Process: Lead analysis and development of annual budgets
• Yardi Implementation: Oversee and manage initiatives related to Yardi property management software ensuring effectiveness and continuous improvement
• Onboarding and set up of property acquisitions
• This position is 5 days in person on site

Supervision

• Reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer
• Supervises accounting staff and account payable staff
• Works closely with leadership with significant decisions reviewed regularly with the Chief Financial Officer

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting (required)
• Masters Degree in Accounting or related field (preferred)
• 35 years of experience in a senior-level accounting role in the Public accounting and/or affordable housing industry experience (preferred)
• Advanced knowledge of accounting software (experience with Yardi strongly preferred)
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Strong communication skills for working with investors auditors and internal teams
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. High level of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Come join our team that offers over 50 years of encouraging growth and employee retention! Schochet offers competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health dental 401k and more available on your first day. All new employees earn 3 weeks of vacation per year 12 paid holidays 5 sick days 3 personal days per year and many other great perks.

Please submit resume to; Pre-employment background and drug test required EOE.

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