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Position Overview
Controller – Full time, onsite in Bergen County, NJ. Our client, a growing real estate investment and development firm, is seeking a highly skilled Controller to lead accounting and finance operations across the corporate entity and portfolio. This role is best suited for a finance professional who thrives in the details, enjoys building processes, and is motivated by deadlines and precision. Base pay range:
$180,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr Key Responsibilities
Oversee accounting and finance operations across the corporate entity and multifamily portfolio. Ensure timely monthly closes, quarterly reporting, and annual statements, with variance analysis and commentary. Review and approve construction draw requests, working with lenders and construction managers. Partner with property management to monitor property-level financial results, budgets, and operating performance. Ensure compliance with GAAP accounting standards. Ensure adherence to property management agreements and lender requirements. Treasury & Cash Flow Manage treasury operations, including cash flow forecasting, debt servicing, and liquidity planning. Develop budgeting and forecasting processes for both corporate and property-level operations. Maintain strong banking relationships and oversee cash disbursement/collection processes. Internal Controls & Compliance Implement internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure accuracy, and prevent fraud. Handle tax filings, audits, and replacement reserve submissions. Oversee audits and tax preparation, working with external accountants to ensure compliance and timely filings. Manage insurance policies and broker relationships to optimize coverage and cost. Investor Reporting Prepare and review financial reports and distributions for investors. Support investor relations by ensuring timely, accurate, and transparent reporting. Respond to investor inquiries regarding financial performance. Team & Process Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting/finance team, including oversight of a staff accountant or bookkeeper. Oversee accounts payable associates and property accountants. Establish scalable systems, policies, and procedures to support growth. Implement technology and process improvements to streamline reporting and improve data accuracy. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred. Proven experience as a Controller (minimum 5+ years in role); exposure to real estate, investment management, or related sectors strongly preferred. Strong technical accounting skills with hands‑on experience; comfortable “in the weeds” while managing reporting at the portfolio and corporate level. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; thrives on structure and accountability. Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across a lean, entrepreneurial team. Demonstrated ability to build and manage a small but highly effective finance team. Benefits
Medical insurance Vision insurance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at recrewts by 2x. Get notified about new Controller jobs in
Bergen County, NJ .
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Controller – Full time, onsite in Bergen County, NJ. Our client, a growing real estate investment and development firm, is seeking a highly skilled Controller to lead accounting and finance operations across the corporate entity and portfolio. This role is best suited for a finance professional who thrives in the details, enjoys building processes, and is motivated by deadlines and precision. Base pay range:
$180,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr Key Responsibilities
Oversee accounting and finance operations across the corporate entity and multifamily portfolio. Ensure timely monthly closes, quarterly reporting, and annual statements, with variance analysis and commentary. Review and approve construction draw requests, working with lenders and construction managers. Partner with property management to monitor property-level financial results, budgets, and operating performance. Ensure compliance with GAAP accounting standards. Ensure adherence to property management agreements and lender requirements. Treasury & Cash Flow Manage treasury operations, including cash flow forecasting, debt servicing, and liquidity planning. Develop budgeting and forecasting processes for both corporate and property-level operations. Maintain strong banking relationships and oversee cash disbursement/collection processes. Internal Controls & Compliance Implement internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure accuracy, and prevent fraud. Handle tax filings, audits, and replacement reserve submissions. Oversee audits and tax preparation, working with external accountants to ensure compliance and timely filings. Manage insurance policies and broker relationships to optimize coverage and cost. Investor Reporting Prepare and review financial reports and distributions for investors. Support investor relations by ensuring timely, accurate, and transparent reporting. Respond to investor inquiries regarding financial performance. Team & Process Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting/finance team, including oversight of a staff accountant or bookkeeper. Oversee accounts payable associates and property accountants. Establish scalable systems, policies, and procedures to support growth. Implement technology and process improvements to streamline reporting and improve data accuracy. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred. Proven experience as a Controller (minimum 5+ years in role); exposure to real estate, investment management, or related sectors strongly preferred. Strong technical accounting skills with hands‑on experience; comfortable “in the weeds” while managing reporting at the portfolio and corporate level. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; thrives on structure and accountability. Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across a lean, entrepreneurial team. Demonstrated ability to build and manage a small but highly effective finance team. Benefits
Medical insurance Vision insurance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at recrewts by 2x. Get notified about new Controller jobs in
Bergen County, NJ .
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