Controller

HOATalent•Houston, TX

13d

About The Position

The Controller is responsible for client service and leading a team of accounting professionals to provide accounting, cash management, financial reporting, and financial management consultation services for a large portfolio of community association clients. This role will interface with property managers, general managers, property developers, community association Boards of Directors, and third-party service providers on financial matters. This is a "hands-on" position from an accounting perspective.

Requirements

Accounting degree from a 4-year accredited college or university
Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Accounting Manager or Controller
Experience supervising an accounting department with at least 5 employees
Hands-on experience with mid to upper-tier accounting software packages
Demonstrated experience with systems conversion and balance transfer
Exceptional computer skills (power user)
Excellent grasp of accounting theory and methods (accrual, cash, and modified cash)
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic, high-growth environment

Nice To Haves

Strong preference for experience in real estate, property management, and outsourced accounting/bookkeeping industries

Responsibilities

Ensuring client contractual service deliverables, including the review and approval of monthly financial reports and annual budgets
Managing the monthly pre-close and close processes, including the management company close
Overseeing the preparation process for annual budgets
Managing the daily flow of financial service inquiries and requests
Client billing for services performed outside the service level agreement
Driving client satisfaction and retention
Recruiting, hiring, training, and mentoring staff
Troubleshooting and resolving escalated issues
Overseeing and providing direction on delinquent account collections, communicating with association board members, and coordinating with third-party collection attorneys
Managing the investment of association reserve funds and ensuring cash flow for project needs
Coordinating audit and tax services with external CPA firms
Overseeing all association banking services
Managing the successful onboarding of new accounts
Acting as the primary financial consultant for community managers and Boards of Directors
Recommending and implementing process improvements
Becoming a subject matter expert in the CINC platform for the delivery of accounting and financial management services
Ensuring financial controls are in place and functioning as designed
Overseeing payroll and coordinating with a third-party payroll provider
Managing HR functions, including hiring, and coordinating with an external service provider
Performing additional work-related tasks as needed