Assistant Controller (Hybrid)

CC Apartment Managers•New York, NY

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position supervises the property accounting department and is responsible for the generation of financial reports with an emphasis on timeliness and accuracy. The role involves interfacing with property managers to ensure awareness of their properties' performance. Responsibilities include maintaining strong technical accounting knowledge, reviewing work papers and ad hoc reports, managing and mentoring property accountants, communicating effectively with all levels of the organization, overseeing property transitions, reviewing property budgets, and training staff. The role requires adaptability in a fast-paced environment, the ability to analyze financial data, and undertake additional assignments as requested by senior management.

Requirements

BS in accounting
Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience.
Strong knowledge of Excel and general computer skills, required
Must demonstrate strong organization skills and ability to work with people
Demonstrated ability to manage teams

Nice To Haves

CPA or MBA, preferred
Knowledge of Yardi, preferred
Real estate experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise the property accounting department and generation of financial reports with an emphasis on timeliness and accuracy.
Interface with property managers to ensure awareness of the performance of their properties.
Maintain strong technical accounting knowledge to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
Review work papers prepared by property accountants for accuracy and completeness.
Evaluate and review ad hoc reports and detailed analyses generated by property accountants for consistency and clarity.
Devise efficient plans, communicate processes to accountants, and interpret results for external stakeholders when ad hoc requests are received from investors.
Manage and mentor property accountants, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
Communicate effectively with all levels within the organization, particularly with property management.
Oversee the integration of new properties into the accounting department and manage the sale of assets to external parties.
Review property budgets for reasonableness and train property managers and accountants on budget processes and expectations.
Analyze financial data and create accurate and insightful reports.
Undertake additional assignments as requested by senior management.