Controller

Beacon Hill; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill, a real estate organization, is seeking a Controller to lead its accounting and financial reporting function. You will partner with executive leadership to drive process improvements and operational efficiency while overseeing a team of accounting professionals.

This is a visible leadership role with cross-functional collaboration across budgeting, forecasting, audits, and compliance. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, 5+ years of leadership, strong GAAP reporting,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of accounting leadership experience.
• Real estate, property management, or multi-entity accounting experience preferred.
• Strong financial reporting and general ledger accounting background.
• Experience managing and developing accounting staff.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong systems aptitude.
• CPA is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements and management reports.
• Manage and mentor a team of accounting professionals.
• Review general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax and reporting requirements.
• Manage cash flow reporting and banking activities.
• Develop and improve accounting processes, controls, and procedures.
• Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Systems aptitude

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification (preferred)

Job description

Beacon Hill is partnering with a real estate organization seeking a Controller to lead its accounting and financial reporting function. The Controller will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership while helping drive process improvements and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements and management reports
• Manage and mentor a team of accounting professionals
• Review general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax and reporting requirements
• Manage cash flow reporting and banking activities
• Develop and improve accounting processes, controls, and procedures
• Support special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed

Why This Opportunity:

• Visible leadership role with direct interaction with company executives
• Opportunity to lead and develop an established accounting team
• Diverse responsibilities across accounting, reporting, and operations
• Stable and growing organization with a collaborative culture
• Ability to make a meaningful impact on processes and financial operations

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• 5+ years of accounting leadership experience
• Real estate, property management, or multi-entity accounting experience preferred
• Strong financial reporting and general ledger accounting background
• Experience managing and developing accounting staff
• Advanced Excel skills and strong systems aptitude
• CPA is a plus
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents:

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.