Controller

Genuine Search Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial management firm in Atlanta seeks an experienced Controller to oversee financial management for a growing multifamily portfolio. This role involves managing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and leading financial reporting processes. Candidates should have 7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate, and a strong understanding of real estate accounting principles. The position offers significant advancement potential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3 years in real estate.
• Strong knowledge of partnership accounting and equity structures.
• Experience with financial reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations for multifamily properties.
• Lead financial reporting and budgeting processes.
• Ensure compliance with lender covenants and tax regulations.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff.

Skills

Real estate accounting principles

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA certification

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Job description

The Controller is responsible for the overall financial management of a growing multifamily company’s real estate portfolio. This includes oversight of all accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and investor reporting. The Controller ensures accurate property- and portfolio-level financials while maintaining strong internal controls, supporting investment strategies, and working closely with asset management, property management, and senior leadership.

This role offers significant internal advancement potential and will be responsible for development and growth of the accounting department!

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, payroll, and utility reconciliations for a growing portfolio of multifamily properties.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes; produce timely and accurate financial reports at the property and consolidated levels.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes for individual properties.
• Coordinate with asset managers and property managers to ensure financial targets are met and variances are understood.
• Maintain compliance with lender covenants, tax regulations, and partnership agreements.
• Prepare and manage audit and tax return processes (internal and external), including coordinating with third-party CPAs and auditors.
• Lead cash management, including distributions, debt service, and investor payments.
• Manage entity-level accounting (e.g., LLCs, LPs), including equity waterfall calculations, capital calls, and distributions.
• Maintain internal controls, accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance and scalability.
• Work together with senior staff and asset management to support acquisition and sale transactions.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff and specialists.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA a plus.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in real estate (preferably multifamily).
• Strong understanding of real estate accounting principles.
• Experience with real estate accounting software such as Yardi, MRI, etc.
• Strong knowledge of partnership accounting, including equity structures and waterfall modeling.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with key stakeholders.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing