Assistant Controller

Red Tail Residential, LLC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (employee only)

Paid vacation and sick leave

Company paid holidays

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Red Tail Acquisitions in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to lead the corporate accounting function. You will oversee monthly close, consolidate financials, and manage the accounting staff under the CFO.

The role emphasizes strengthening internal controls, coordinating with external auditors, and delivering timely reports to owners and investors. CPA is preferred; Big 4 background is a plus. 7+ years in accounting/audit with real estate exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
• 7+ years of accounting/audit experience, with a strong preference for experience in property management or real estate fields.
• CPA preferred.
• Big 4 experience preferred.
• Strong accounting, managerial, organizational, communication, and analytical skills will be critical to the success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close for corporate entities, including reconciliations, consolidations, and intercompany eliminations.
• Prepare and review monthly/quarterly reporting packages for ownership, investors, and leadership, including consolidated financial statements and schedules.
• Monitor spend against budget and review variances with department leaders.
• Act as primary contact for owner/investor reporting inquiries and prepare ad hoc analyses for CFO and leadership.
• Own the corporate reporting calendar and ensure timely internal/external reporting.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors on filings and assist with tax workpapers.
• Prepare year-end financial statements, trial balances, and schedules for outside tax preparers; record book-to-tax adjustments.
• Track entity tax filings and respond to requests; review returns and K-1s before distribution.
• Responsible for cash management and treasury reporting; monitor cash balances and disburse funds.
• Coordinate year-end audit workpapers and liaise with external auditors.
• Manage accounting staff, provide training, and improve accounting processes.
• Utilize general ledger and reporting systems to streamline close and improve reporting efficiency.
• Review budgets and forecasts; consolidate results for leadership.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance

CPA preferred

Big 4 experience preferred

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Controller

Company: Red Tail Acquisitions

Location: Corporate Office – Irvine, California

Status: Full Time

Supervisor: Chief Financial Officer

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package with Company paid employee only health insurance, vacation and sick time, Company paid holidays, life insurance, and employee discounts!

Job Description

The Assistant Controller provides technical insight, operational support, and team management for the Red Tail corporate accounting function. This role is responsible for the accurate, timely review and completion of the monthly financial reports, owner and investor relations, as well as managing the monthly accounting function in conjunction with the Chief Financial Officer. This position is also responsible for the direction and supervision of the assigned accounting staff. This role is expected to strengthen internal controls and financial processes, assist with external audit requests, and interface with third parties who provide accounting-related services.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage and review the monthly, quarterly, and annual close for the corporate entities, including account reconciliations, consolidations, and intercompany eliminations.
• Prepare and review monthly and quarterly reporting packages for ownership, investors, and executive leadership, including consolidated financial statements, variance commentary, and supporting schedules.
• Monitor corporate and departmental spend against the approved budget and review variances with department leaders.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for owner and investor reporting inquiries and prepare ad hoc analyses and presentation materials requested by the Chief Financial Officer and executive leadership.
• Own the corporate reporting calendar and ensure all internal and external reporting commitments are delivered accurately and on schedule.
• Support the preparation of corporate income tax workpapers and coordinate with external tax advisors on filings for the corporate entities.
• Prepare year-end financial statements, trial balances, and supporting schedules for each corporate entity in the form required by the outside tax preparers, and record book-to-tax adjusting and closing entries.
• Track the status of entity tax filings and extensions, respond to tax preparer requests and follow-up questions, and review draft returns, K-1s, and related workpapers against the books before distribution to ownership and investors.
• Responsible for corporate cash management and treasury reporting, including monitoring cash balances, analyzing future cash flow, and managing the disbursement of funds.
• Coordinate and review year-end audit and review workpapers prepared by the accounting team and serve as a primary liaison to external auditors.
• Manage a team of accountants by ensuring that the team is operating effectively and meeting deadlines.
• Assist in evaluation and making appropriate improvements to accounting processes, ensuring that practices are relevant and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Provide training and mentoring to the accounting team.
• Utilize and administer the general ledger, consolidation, and financial reporting systems to streamline the close and improve reporting efficiency.
• Review the annual corporate budget and periodic forecasts prepared by accounting staff, consolidate results for leadership review, and ensure all budget deadlines are met.
• Support entity-level accounting for new, restructured, or dissolved corporate entities, including chart of accounts setup, intercompany relationships, and equity and distribution tracking.
• Assist in project as needed.

Experience/Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
• 7+ years of accounting/audit experience, with a strong preference for experience in property management or real estate fields.
• CPA preferred.
• Big 4 experience preferred.
• Strong accounting, managerial, organizational, communication, and analytical skills will be critical to the success in this position.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Capability to work independently in a high-volume, fast-paced setting, with an emphasis on accuracy and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, a foundational understanding of accounting principles, strong organizational, time management, research and resolution skills, data analysis skills, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Must demonstrate leadership among peers and have effective teamwork skills with a proactive approach.
• Must maintain a professional image, attitude, and treat all employees with respect.
• Possess a positive attitude and take ownership of assigned tasks, demonstrating strong work ethics, detail orientation, and reliability.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Must demonstrate initiative and ability to take on projects that benefit the accounting department or other stakeholders.
• Must be able to work outside the core business hours when needed.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, knowledge of relevant accounting software, Yardi experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of real estate management is advantageous.

Red Tail Acquisitions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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