Controller

The Controller is the senior accounting and financial leader reporting to the CFO, responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and strategic financial analysis. This role leads the accounting team, ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, supports budgeting and forecasting, manages tax compliance and corporate debt, and provides financial insights to executive leadership. The Controller also ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, including SEC reporting, while safeguarding company assets through strong internal controls and risk management practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations and manage Accounting Managers.
• Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Monitor financial performance versus budgets and forecasts.
• Analyze financial variances and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Manage tax reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure compliance with SEC and other financial reporting requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls.
• Support cash management, financing activities, and debt management.
• Monitor financial markets and industry trends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Big Four or public accounting experience required.
• CPA preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years in a Controller or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, taxation, internal controls, cash management, and financial analysis.
• Real Estate/REIT industry experience strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills with a high degree of integrity.