Controller

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple multifamily properties and entities
• Review, approve, and independently sign off on property-level financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Oversee financial reporting timelines, including delivery of 40+ monthly financial packages by established deadlines
• Quickly identify and resolve discrepancies within property financials and reporting packages
• Oversee reconciliations including bank accounts, security deposits, taxes, and intercompany accounts
• Oversee A/P, A/R, cash management, and treasury-related processes
• Cook up audits, tax filings, and lender reporting requirements
• Manage and mentor a team of remote/offshore property accountants and accounting support staff
• Help scale accounting operations and improve workflows as the portfolio continues to grow
• Drive operational efficiencies, process improvements, and strengthened internal controls
• Partner with Asset Management teams on variance analysis and NOI drivers
• Participate in bi-weekly client and ownership update calls to address financial and operational matters
• Build and enhance financial reporting and analysis tools utilizing advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Serve as the system lead and subject matter expert for Yardi
• Oversee preparation and review of NYC regulatory filings, including TC (Tax Commission / certiorari support), RPIE (Real Property Income & Expense filings), and independently review and sign off on RPIE filings

Qualifications

• 8+ years of accounting experience within real estate accounting
• Strong multifamily property accounting experience
• CPA Designation
• PREFERRED: Experience overseeing large portfolios and multiple entities/assets simultaneously
• Experience managing remote and/or offshore accounting teams
• Advanced proficiency in Yardi and Microsoft Excel
• Deep understanding of accrual accounting and property-level financial reporting
• Experience with NYC regulatory filings including TC and RPIE
• Strong organizational, communication, and deadline management skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment