Controller - Real Estate

Job Description

Job Title: Controller - Real Estate & Construction

Location: Scottsdale, Arizona (On-Site)

Benefits: Competitive base salary $140,000 - $180,000+ DOE, bonus potential, health, vision, life and dental insurance, 401(k) with match

Join a dynamic and innovative real estate organization dedicated to creating attainable housing solutions. The company is a well-established owner and developer with affiliated businesses in general contracting and civil engineering. As part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, you will play a key role in shaping the financial integrity of multifamily projects while enjoying a supportive, remote work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Perform full-cycle accounting and consolidated financial reporting for multiple apartment ownership entities and affiliated companies.
• Reconcile all major balance sheet accounts and maintain detailed general ledgers and chart of accounts in QuickBooks.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and distribute them to internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate tax compliance activities, including preparing tax packages and working with external tax preparers to ensure timely filing of returns.
• Deliver quarterly and year-end financial reports to stakeholders, supporting transparency and informed decision-making.
• Produce cash reports, manage cash transfers, initiate wires, and approve check payments as directed by leadership.
• Ensure timely loan payments and review credit card transactions for compliance and accuracy.
• Process bank deposits and oversee bi-weekly payroll for employees.
• Manage intercompany charge-backs and allocations to maintain financial clarity between entities.
• Review third-party property manager reports for completeness and accuracy, ensuring alignment with corporate standards.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO and other leadership team members to support acquisitions, dispositions, and capital stack transactions.
• Provide insights into financial performance and recommend improvements to accounting processes for efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA preferred.
• Active CPA license is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in multifamily property management accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, finance, accounting, and budgeting principles.
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and expert-level Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience collaborating across teams with strong conflict-resolution skills.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive base salary $140,000 - $180,000+ DOE with bonus potential
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Unlimited paid time off

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.