Controller

ControllerFamily Office Commercial/Residential real estate firm located in NYC is looking to hire a CONTROLLER with 5 - 7 years of real estate and corporate accounting experience. Our ideal candidate can work well in a team environment, communicate effectively, and interact directly with ownership; they are an independent thinker and problem solver, proactive, and have strong analytical and organizational skills.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee financial reporting and operational performance of a diverse real estate portfolio, including residential, commercial, and hospitality assets.Review all third-party project financial statements and coordinate with property managers to ensure accurate reporting.Process accounts payable, deposits, and intercompany/external cash transfers for ancillary entities.Perform alternate operating account bank reconciliations and prepare daily/weekly cash reports for owner review.Manage monthly debt service journal entries, capital calls, mortgage abstracts, and schedules.Maintain personal and business real estate tax schedules; execute all 1099 processes.Prepare and manage tax certiorari work for properties under appeal.Process hotel sales tax filings accurately and timely.Produce and submit quarterly compliance packages to banks and coordinate with third-party CPA firms on requests.Support budgeting, forecasting, investment waterfall analysis, and job cost accounting for construction and capital projects.Ensure compliance with city, state, and federal regulations as they relate to taxes, payroll, and benefits.Monitor cash flow and manage banking relationships andrecord banking transactionsKey Role CharacteristicsStrong communication and organization skillsAbility to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see tasks through to completionAbility to prioritize and organize time to manage deadlinesQualifications:Minimum of 6+ years of real estate and corporate accounting experiencePublic accounting audit and/or tax experience a plusStrong Excel skills (data manipulation, ad hoc analysis, layout/presentation of findings and thought process)Knowledge of Yardi is strongly desiredEducation:B.S. in Accounting or FinanceExperience:Required: 6+ years general accounting experience with provenrecord of growth and leadership preferably with real estate industry exposureCertifications & Licenses:CPA preferred