Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Christie’s International Real Estate Emerald Coast (CIREEC) is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and trustworthy Bookkeeper / Controller to oversee all financial operations of our luxury real estate brokerage. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring compliance with brokerage accounting standards, and delivering financial reporting to ownership.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and understands the complexities of real estate brokerage accounting, including commission structures, escrow/trust account oversight, vendor payments, and financial forecasting. This position plays a critical role in supporting CIREEC’s continued growth by ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and strong internal controls.

$60,000 - $70,000

Financial Reporting & Strategic Analysis

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements including:
• Profit & Loss Statements
• Balance Sheets
• Cash Flow Reports
• Commission Revenue Reports
• Monitor brokerage profitability and department-level expenses
• Provide ownership with financial insights, trend analysis, and recommendations for operational improvement
• Assist with forecasting revenue, budgeting, and growth planning

Budgeting & Cash Flow Management

• Monitor company cash flow and forecast short- and long-term financial needs
• Track expenses against budget and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Support annual budget planning and financial goal setting
• Provide proactive reporting on financial risks and opportunities

Payroll, Compliance & Tax Coordination

• Oversee payroll processing for staff and contractor payments where applicable
• Coordinate year-end reporting including 1099s, W-2s, and tax documentation
• Work directly with external CPA, tax professionals, auditors, and financial advisors
• Ensure compliance with federal, Florida, and brokerage-specific financial regulations
• Maintain strict confidentiality of financial, employee, and client data

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or controller experience
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and reporting practices
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage confidential financial information with discretion
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in luxury real estate brokerage operations
• Experience working with high-volume transaction environments
• Experience supporting rapidly growing companies

Christie’s International Real Estate Emerald Coast represents some of Florida’s most distinguished properties along 30A and the Emerald Coast. Our culture is creative, collaborative, and design-driven — blending global luxury standards with the coastal lifestyle of Northwest Florida. Born out of the iconic Christie's auction house, Christie's International Real Estate is the most trusted brand in luxury real estate. Our reputation is a testament to the expertise, discretion, and exceptional client service that Christie's has delivered for more than 250 years. Through our world-class platform and our exclusive invitation-only network of leading brokerages, we provide an incomparable experience to luxury homebuyers and sellers across the globe.