Marcus & Associates Executive Recruiters
About Our Client
Our client owns, manages, and invests in exceptional coastal real estate across Florida, creating high-quality outdoor leisure experiences. Their purpose is simple: help people live better and spend more time doing what they love — and they bring that same mindset to how they work.
The current portfolio includes Class A manufactured home communities and marinas South Florida. The investor base spans a $30B publicly traded REIT, a mid‑sized private equity real estate fund, and individual high‑net‑worth investors.
Founded by an experienced team with deep backgrounds in operations, finance, and investing, our client is building a thoughtful, growth‑oriented platform in the real‑estate leisure sector. The company is values‑driven, with a strong focus on
integrity ,
transparency , and
stewardship
of investor capital.
About the Role Our client is seeking a
Controller
to lead day‑to‑day accounting operations and ensure financials are accurate, organized, and actionable. This is a
hands‑on
position suited for someone who enjoys improving processes, building systems, and collaborating closely with leadership to support a growing real‑estate and hospitality platform.
You’ll play a key role in developing scalable accounting infrastructure as the business expands from four assets to a larger, diversified portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, A/R, A/P, payroll, and bank reconciliations
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Maintain accurate records across multiple entities and property‑level operations
Handle cash management, reconciliations, and forecasting
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Coordinate with external accountants and auditors on annual filings and tax returns
Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation
Track investment performance and property‑level results
Identify opportunities to automate workflows and improve reporting
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred but not required
5–8 years of progressive accounting experience in income‑producing real estate, property management, REITs, or hospitality
Strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP) and attention to detail
Tech‑savvy and comfortable improving systems and reporting processes
Proficiency in NetSuite or similar accounting platforms
Experience managing multiple entities and consolidations
Excellent communicator who takes ownership and works well independently
Bonus: experience implementing new systems or software
Ideal Fit
Integrity‑focused:
embraces fiduciary responsibility and transparent reporting
Hands‑on:
detail‑oriented but able to see the big picture
Collaborative:
works closely with operations and leadership
Reliable:
keeps books clean and processes consistent
Proactive:
identifies issues early and builds practical solutions
Help professionalize and scale accounting as the platform grows
Gain exposure to lender reporting, investor communications, and capital events
Lead process automation and reporting improvements
Grow into an Assistant Controller or Director of Finance role
Participate in strategic discussions around expansion and capital markets
Compensation Our client offers a performance‑based environment that rewards ownership mentality, continuous improvement, and long‑term contribution with clear opportunities for advancement and compensation growth.
Additional Information Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industries: Real Estate and Hospitality
Location: Tampa, FL (Greater Tampa Bay Area)
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Our client owns, manages, and invests in exceptional coastal real estate across Florida, creating high-quality outdoor leisure experiences. Their purpose is simple: help people live better and spend more time doing what they love — and they bring that same mindset to how they work.
The current portfolio includes Class A manufactured home communities and marinas South Florida. The investor base spans a $30B publicly traded REIT, a mid‑sized private equity real estate fund, and individual high‑net‑worth investors.
Founded by an experienced team with deep backgrounds in operations, finance, and investing, our client is building a thoughtful, growth‑oriented platform in the real‑estate leisure sector. The company is values‑driven, with a strong focus on
integrity ,
transparency , and
stewardship
of investor capital.
About the Role Our client is seeking a
Controller
to lead day‑to‑day accounting operations and ensure financials are accurate, organized, and actionable. This is a
hands‑on
position suited for someone who enjoys improving processes, building systems, and collaborating closely with leadership to support a growing real‑estate and hospitality platform.
You’ll play a key role in developing scalable accounting infrastructure as the business expands from four assets to a larger, diversified portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, A/R, A/P, payroll, and bank reconciliations
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Maintain accurate records across multiple entities and property‑level operations
Handle cash management, reconciliations, and forecasting
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Coordinate with external accountants and auditors on annual filings and tax returns
Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation
Track investment performance and property‑level results
Identify opportunities to automate workflows and improve reporting
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred but not required
5–8 years of progressive accounting experience in income‑producing real estate, property management, REITs, or hospitality
Strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP) and attention to detail
Tech‑savvy and comfortable improving systems and reporting processes
Proficiency in NetSuite or similar accounting platforms
Experience managing multiple entities and consolidations
Excellent communicator who takes ownership and works well independently
Bonus: experience implementing new systems or software
Ideal Fit
Integrity‑focused:
embraces fiduciary responsibility and transparent reporting
Hands‑on:
detail‑oriented but able to see the big picture
Collaborative:
works closely with operations and leadership
Reliable:
keeps books clean and processes consistent
Proactive:
identifies issues early and builds practical solutions
Help professionalize and scale accounting as the platform grows
Gain exposure to lender reporting, investor communications, and capital events
Lead process automation and reporting improvements
Grow into an Assistant Controller or Director of Finance role
Participate in strategic discussions around expansion and capital markets
Compensation Our client offers a performance‑based environment that rewards ownership mentality, continuous improvement, and long‑term contribution with clear opportunities for advancement and compensation growth.
Additional Information Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industries: Real Estate and Hospitality
Location: Tampa, FL (Greater Tampa Bay Area)
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