Corporate Controller

Ethan Conrad Properties Inc•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Ethan Conrad Properties, Inc. is one of the largest and the fastest growing Commercial Real Estate Companies in Sacramento, CA. With over 10MM square feet, over 150 properties, and over 250 buildings, valued at $1.3 billion dollars. ECP has had an Annual Growth of over 20% for the past 10 years and anticipates continued growth of 20% annually, creating more job opportunities internally and externally. ECP is a World Class Company. As the leader of the Corporate Controlling Unit, the Corporate Controller is in charge of preparing the consolidated financial statements of the organization, leading the month-end closing process, ownership of the Yardi chart of accounts, accountable for general ledger entries for allocated properties, and other accounting responsibilities as assigned. In addition, the Corporate Controller is responsible for the annual tax return process. The Corporate Controller will lead and develop a team of finance professionals and work with cross-functional teams on various projects.

Requirements

Required – at least 2 years work on YARDI software
5 Years of management and supervisory skills
Excellent analytical and organizational skills
Proficient in database and accounting computer application systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance
A minimum of 5 years experience in real estate taxation and current IRS / state guidelines and practices
5+ years’ experience as a senior-level accounting or finance manager
Eight to ten years of experience in financial management
Working knowledge of finance law and regulatory standards (GAAP)
Strong working knowledge of detailed financial data analysis and internal controls environments

Nice To Haves

Proven payroll experience, with a focus on streamlining accounting processes
Professional accounting certification, including CMA, CGA, or CA
Exemplary history of financial project management

Responsibilities

Design and maintain the financial reporting platform (YARDI), including a proper Chart of Account
Act as the primary authority for accounting policies, questions and guidelines
Determine and implement effective and compliant accounting practices
Manage the annual federal and state tax return process
Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior management by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate data points
Guide financial decisions by applying company policies and procedures to current economic landscape
Develop, implement, and maintain proper internal and financial controls, including for our information systems
Manage and monitor all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP and tax standards and regulatory requirements
Lead cross-functional month-end closing process
Ensure payroll and benefits are recorded in an accurate and timely manner
Determine and implement effective tax guidelines and policies
Continuously identify process improvement, remove bottlenecks and document new SOPs when needed, upholding federal, state, and local legal standards by remaining knowledgeable about existing, new, and future legislation
Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflow
Oversee, provide professional support and develop the Corporate Controlling Unit with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity