We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a substantial residential real estate portfolio. This position will guide financial reporting, period-end close activities, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance while helping the team operate efficiently and accurately. The ideal candidate brings deep property accounting expertise, strong leadership capability, and a successful background managing high-volume portfolios in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
• Direct the accounting function for a large residential property portfolio, ensuring accurate reporting across multiple entities and communities.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, maintaining timeliness, consistency, and strong financial controls.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements, supporting schedules, and portfolio-level analyses for leadership review.
• Manage audit coordination and compliance activities, including responses to auditors and adherence to applicable reporting requirements.
• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff while assigning work effectively to support productivity and career growth.
• Partner with operational and development-related teams to address financial issues, improve reporting quality, and support business decisions.
• Monitor deadlines across the department and implement follow-through measures to keep deliverables on schedule.
• Use Yardi to manage accounting workflows, reporting accuracy, and portfolio financial data integrity.
Requirements
• At least 3 years of experience in a Controller or senior property accounting leadership role.
• Demonstrated success overseeing residential real estate accounting within a large portfolio environment exceeding 10,000 units.
• Strong command of property accounting principles, financial reporting, close procedures, and audit support.
• Hands-on experience with Yardi is required.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and evaluate staff in a supervisory capacity.
• Background working with residential real estate portfolios, including affordable housing exposure, is strongly preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders, including operations and development teams.
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