Controller, Operating Investments

Schnitzer West, LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Schnitzer West, LLC seeks a Controller, Operating Investments to lead the property accounting function for a multi-entity portfolio of owned and third-party managed assets. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and disciplined cash management while supporting budgeting and lease-related accounting processes.

You will partner with Investment Management, Asset Services, lenders, and auditors to deliver timely, compliant financial statements and maintain high

Qualifications

• Lead, supervise, train, and develop investment and property accounting staff; balance workloads, establish priorities, and manage deadlines across multiple reporting calendars and accounting systems.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, goal setting, performance management, succession planning, and development of accounting team members.
• Maintain documented cross-training and coverage plans to minimize impact during absences and peak reporting periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for the portfolio, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, financial statements, variance explanations, and ownership reporting.
• Oversee CAM estimates and reconciliations, budgeting, and lender reporting as part of the operating investments portfolio.
• Provide technical guidance and workflow coordination to corporate accounting and other departments.
• Collaborate with Investment Management, Asset Services, auditors and tax providers to support accurate and timely financial reporting.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff development

Cross-functional coordination

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Education

Accounting degree or CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

: The Companies Vision, Mission, Promise, Culture, Values And Goals Are At The Heart Of Every Decision Made. The Company Takes Pride In And Fiercely Protects Its 5 Core Fundamental Values

• Disciplined – Prepare for anything. Anticipate, ask questions and clarify. Own every moment. Don't run from risk; mitigate it to create value. Keep your eye on the prize while obsessing over the details.
• Driven – Work with passion and ambition. Be relentless and work with urgency.
• Bold – Pioneer true innovation and be motivated by the unknown. Thrive in uncertainty to outperform the expected.
• Authentic – Work without ego and be a doer, not a talker. Be fair but candid and always willing and able to roll up your sleeves.
• 'Cowboy Family' – Be all in with the firm; pushing and protecting each other to achieve greatness and exceed all expectations. Take pride in being a difference maker and for making a material impact.

Description

: The Companies Vision, Mission, Promise, Culture, Values And Goals Are At The Heart Of Every Decision Made. The Company Takes Pride In And Fiercely Protects Its 5 Core Fundamental Values

• Disciplined – Prepare for anything. Anticipate, ask questions and clarify. Own every moment. Don't run from risk; mitigate it to create value. Keep your eye on the prize while obsessing over the details.
• Driven – Work with passion and ambition. Be relentless and work with urgency.
• Bold – Pioneer true innovation and be motivated by the unknown. Thrive in uncertainty to outperform the expected.
• Authentic – Work without ego and be a doer, not a talker. Be fair but candid and always willing and able to roll up your sleeves.
• 'Cowboy Family' – Be all in with the firm; pushing and protecting each other to achieve greatness and exceed all expectations. Take pride in being a difference maker and for making a material impact.

Position Summary

The Controller, Operating Investments leads the property accounting function for a multi-entity portfolio of owned and third-party-managed operating assets. This role is accountable for accurate and timely financial reporting, effective internal controls, disciplined cash management, portfolio budgeting, CAM estimates and reconciliations, ownership and lender reporting, accounting related lease and property management contract administration, and the development of the accounting team. The Controller partners closely with Investment Management, Asset Services, lenders, ownership groups, auditors, tax providers, insurance brokers, and third-party accounting contacts to support sound decision-making and consistent client service.

This position has final accounting review and approval responsibility for monthly reporting packages, budgets, CAM estimates and CAM reconciliations for operating assets within the assigned portfolio, subject to the company's approval policies and delegated authority matrix.

Essential Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, supervise, train, and develop investment and property accounting staff; balance workloads, establish priorities, and manage deadlines across multiple reporting calendars and accounting systems.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, goal setting, performance management, succession planning, and development of accounting team members.
• Maintain documented cross-training and coverage plans so absences, and peak reporting periods have minimal impact on service.
• Provide technical guidance and workflow coordination to corporate accounting personnel and other departments, as applicable.
• Identify training opportunities and implement consistent accounting practices and service standards across the portfolio.

Financial Close and Reporting

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for the assigned portfolio, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, financial statements, variance explanations, and ownership and