Planning Office for Urban Affairs
Controller
The Planning Office for Urban Affairs (the Planning Office) seeks a Controller to join our mission-driven professional staff. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will support a collaborative affordable housing development and asset management team and will have responsibility for all day-to-day operational accounting and reporting duties. The Organization and Its Activities
Established to develop low, moderate, and mixed-income housing for families, the elderly, and the homeless, the Planning Office serves as a catalyst for local housing development, neighborhood revitalization, and housing advocacy. We have developed more than 3,000 units, channeling over $650 million of investment dollars into developments throughout eastern and central Massachusetts. We currently have more than 1,000 units of rental and homeownership projects underway in Boston, Worcester, Brockton, Attleboro, Gloucester, Wayland, and Needham. Our developments focus on creating strong communities where people of economic, racial, and ethnic diversity can live with dignity and respect. They are designed to meet the needs of both our residents and the particular communities in which we build. We work with nonprofit partners, service providers, property management firms, and have an asset manager on staff to ensure effective property operations over time. Expectations of the Controller
The Controller will demonstrate a strong commitment to affordable housing development and an ability to work well in a small, collegial environment. They will undertake the following responsibilities: Maintain effective internal controls and take corrective action as needed. Own the monthly close process. Perform all weekly, monthly, and quarterly operational and financial accounting routines and periodic financial reporting. Manage the General Ledger (setup and maintenance, processing journal entries), Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, billing, and invoicing activities. Perform monthly cash, prepaids, fixed assets, intercompany, and accounts payable reconciliations. Create/review monthly financial statements and various analytical reports. Provide analysis of variances between financial results month-over-month and year-to-date, and track and forecast throughout the year. Assist the real estate development team with funding requisitions, job cost tracking, monitoring, reporting, and budgeting. Monitor payroll data for accuracy and ensure funding. Resolve financial and operational accounting issues. Assist with budgeting and forecasting. Serve as the primary contact providing data and schedules to auditors and tax accountants, and liaise with third-party property management firms. Support the treasury function. Complete ad hoc requests from the CFO, Asset Management, and Development teams. Identify areas for improvement within accounting and financial support functions (e.g., systems, software, processes). Initiate or carry out special projects to improve efficiency and support company growth. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned from time to time. Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will be a highly motivated professional who takes initiative and has many of the following skills and experiences: BA/BS in Accounting. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience. Public accounting experience / CPA a plus. Strong financial accounting and analysis skills. Ability to identify and take initiative to resolve issues and improve processes. Real estate development budgeting and funding requisition experience strongly desired. Knowledge of affordable housing finance, property management, and compliance a plus. Advanced Excel and accounting software skills. Proficiency with real estate development or property management software such as Yardi Voyager or RealPage Financial Suite, and with QuickBooks. Strong communication skills, including the ability to work well independently and with a range of peers, managers, and external parties. Solid organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines. High degree of professionalism and personal integrity. The Selection Process
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume as one document to
https://annlsilverman.com/poua-controller/ . Questions should be addressed to:
jobs@annlsilverman.com . No phone calls or letters please. Compensation and Benefits
The Planning Office offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including 100% coverage of individual or family health plan premiums, a 401(k) plan with company match, a Flexible Medical Savings Program, and annual bonus potential. Staff are expected to work in our downtown Boston office three days a week. The salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 - $140,000; total compensation will depend on experience and qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer
The Planning Office for Urban Affairs is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
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The Planning Office for Urban Affairs (the Planning Office) seeks a Controller to join our mission-driven professional staff. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will support a collaborative affordable housing development and asset management team and will have responsibility for all day-to-day operational accounting and reporting duties. The Organization and Its Activities
Established to develop low, moderate, and mixed-income housing for families, the elderly, and the homeless, the Planning Office serves as a catalyst for local housing development, neighborhood revitalization, and housing advocacy. We have developed more than 3,000 units, channeling over $650 million of investment dollars into developments throughout eastern and central Massachusetts. We currently have more than 1,000 units of rental and homeownership projects underway in Boston, Worcester, Brockton, Attleboro, Gloucester, Wayland, and Needham. Our developments focus on creating strong communities where people of economic, racial, and ethnic diversity can live with dignity and respect. They are designed to meet the needs of both our residents and the particular communities in which we build. We work with nonprofit partners, service providers, property management firms, and have an asset manager on staff to ensure effective property operations over time. Expectations of the Controller
The Controller will demonstrate a strong commitment to affordable housing development and an ability to work well in a small, collegial environment. They will undertake the following responsibilities: Maintain effective internal controls and take corrective action as needed. Own the monthly close process. Perform all weekly, monthly, and quarterly operational and financial accounting routines and periodic financial reporting. Manage the General Ledger (setup and maintenance, processing journal entries), Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, billing, and invoicing activities. Perform monthly cash, prepaids, fixed assets, intercompany, and accounts payable reconciliations. Create/review monthly financial statements and various analytical reports. Provide analysis of variances between financial results month-over-month and year-to-date, and track and forecast throughout the year. Assist the real estate development team with funding requisitions, job cost tracking, monitoring, reporting, and budgeting. Monitor payroll data for accuracy and ensure funding. Resolve financial and operational accounting issues. Assist with budgeting and forecasting. Serve as the primary contact providing data and schedules to auditors and tax accountants, and liaise with third-party property management firms. Support the treasury function. Complete ad hoc requests from the CFO, Asset Management, and Development teams. Identify areas for improvement within accounting and financial support functions (e.g., systems, software, processes). Initiate or carry out special projects to improve efficiency and support company growth. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned from time to time. Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will be a highly motivated professional who takes initiative and has many of the following skills and experiences: BA/BS in Accounting. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience. Public accounting experience / CPA a plus. Strong financial accounting and analysis skills. Ability to identify and take initiative to resolve issues and improve processes. Real estate development budgeting and funding requisition experience strongly desired. Knowledge of affordable housing finance, property management, and compliance a plus. Advanced Excel and accounting software skills. Proficiency with real estate development or property management software such as Yardi Voyager or RealPage Financial Suite, and with QuickBooks. Strong communication skills, including the ability to work well independently and with a range of peers, managers, and external parties. Solid organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines. High degree of professionalism and personal integrity. The Selection Process
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume as one document to
https://annlsilverman.com/poua-controller/ . Questions should be addressed to:
jobs@annlsilverman.com . No phone calls or letters please. Compensation and Benefits
The Planning Office offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including 100% coverage of individual or family health plan premiums, a 401(k) plan with company match, a Flexible Medical Savings Program, and annual bonus potential. Staff are expected to work in our downtown Boston office three days a week. The salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 - $140,000; total compensation will depend on experience and qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer
The Planning Office for Urban Affairs is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
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