Controller

Allied Real Estate Advisors; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Real Estate Advisors is seeking a seasoned accounting professional to oversee daily operations, including AP/AR/GL and reconciliations, while ensuring accurate financial reporting for senior management and external stakeholders.

The role supports budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, internal controls, and collaboration with auditors. Real estate-specific multi-entity and property/fund accounting experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including supervisory exposure.
• Real estate accounting experience preferred (multi-entity, property, or fund accounting).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations: AP, AR, GL maintenance, and reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing and analyzing financial statements for senior management and external stakeholders.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support decisions.
• Support internal controls and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with auditors and provide documentation for audits and tax planning.
• Manage multi-entity accounting across capital, development, and brokerage businesses; consolidate reporting.
• Oversee property and fund accounting including investor reporting and distributions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting/finance

CPA or CMA certification preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Financial reporting systems

Job description

• Oversee and manage all daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of company budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis to support financial decision-making.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of internal control policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation and ensuring compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and company policies.
• Manage multi-entity accounting across Allied’s capital, development, and brokerage businesses, including intercompany activity and consolidated reporting.
• Oversee property and fund accounting, including investor reporting and distributions.
• Manage year-end tax preparation and serve as the main point of contact for our outside tax CPA on returns, estimated payments, and tax planning.
• Manage and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and support in their daily activities.

Cash Management & Payroll

• Manage company cash and ensure invoices are paid on time.
• Prepare and analyze cash flow projections.
• Oversee payroll.

Additional Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for process enhancements, efficiency improvements, and automation of financial and accounting tasks.
• Prepare metrics reporting and presentation decks for executive management.
• Respond to management inquiries regarding financial results and special reporting requests.
• Protect the organization’s value by maintaining the confidentiality of information.
• Perform other accounting tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including prior experience in a supervisory role.
• Experience with financial reporting, analysis, and audit preparation preferred.
• Real estate accounting experience preferred, including multi-entity, property, or fund accounting.

Attributes & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong analytical abilities with close attention to detail and accuracy in financial data analysis and reporting.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills to effectively guide and support a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders and present financial information effectively.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in QuickBooks accounting software.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Familiarity with financial reporting systems.