Controller

Controller Overview

Beacon Hill is partnering with a real estate organization seeking a Controller to lead its accounting and financial reporting function. The Controller will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership while helping drive process improvements and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements and management reports
• Manage and mentor a team of accounting professionals
• Review general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax and reporting requirements
• Manage cash flow reporting and banking activities
• Develop and improve accounting processes, controls, and procedures
• Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed

Why This Opportunity

• Visible leadership role with direct interaction with company executives
• Opportunity to lead and develop an established accounting team
• Diverse responsibilities across accounting, reporting, and operations
• Stable and growing organization with a collaborative culture
• Ability to make a meaningful impact on processes and financial operations
• Long-term career growth potential

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• 5+ years of accounting leadership experience
• Real estate, property management, or multi-entity accounting experience preferred
• Strong financial reporting and general ledger accounting background
• Experience managing and developing accounting staff
• Advanced Excel skills and strong systems aptitude
• CPA is a plus
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Location: Phoenix, AZ