Controller, REMS US

Colliers International; California (MO); Remote; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Controller to oversee accounting operations for a diverse portfolio in commercial real estate. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with accounting policies while fostering relationships with key clients and market leaders. You will lead a team, drive operational efficiencies, and implement improvements to enhance internal controls. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, offering a dynamic environment where you can grow your career and make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Employer subsidized medical benefits

Dental and vision insurance

401k plan with employer match

Paid parental leave

15 days vacation annually

10 paid holidays

Flexible personal days

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Qualifications

• 6+ years of accounting experience in commercial real estate.
• Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy in property management accounting activities.
• Coordinate activities with auditors and ensure timely financial reporting.

Skills

Commercial Real Estate Accounting

Team Leadership

Lease Administration

Proficiency in MRI

Financial Reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA Designation

Tools

MRI Software

Job description

At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

This role is for future consideration purposes and is not an active role.

About you

As the Controller, you are responsible for the overall operations of an assigned portfolio, ensuring that practices comply with organizational accounting policies and applicable laws and regulations. You'll manage a team of accounting managers/supervisors. This entails oversight of multiple markets including various key client portfolios. The Controller acts as the main contact with Market Leaders and key clients, which entails building and maintaining these relationships and providing high-level accounting expertise.

You bring a positive attitude in everything you do, as demonstrated in strong relationships with your clients and colleagues. You also look for opportunities for continuous improvement by monitoring and reviewing accounting processes and procedures and recommending improvements to increase efficiency and improve internal controls. You’re flexible and can jump in to help others whenever necessary. You enjoy collaborating with other subject matter experts and regional leaders to develop innovative solutions to support our business objectives and growth plans.

In this role, you will:

1. Ensure the accuracy and productivity of all property management accounting and financial activities.
2. Increase operational efficiency for staffing levels and workloads to maximize efficiencies and profitability for the company.
3. Ensure that financial reporting is accurate and that reports are issued on time.
4. Effectively coordinate activities with internal or external auditors and others.

What you bring:

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience in the commercial real estate industry; mid- large operations of commercial office buildings.
• Proficiency in MRI.
• Experience in Lease Administration, reading and understanding complex office and rental lease documents.
• Experience in leading and developing high-performing teams.

Bonus skills and experience:

• Advanced education in accounting; CPA designation is an asset.
• Experience with audits, strong understanding of accounting standards.
• Real Estate industry accounting experience, including office, industrial and retail properties.

Pursuant to the laws regarding job postings where the position is in, Colliers is disclosing the following information:

Area/Location Specific: Remote West Coast Client Accounting

Approximate salary Range for this Role: $115,000.00 - $120,000.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Employees (and their families) are provided options for employer subsidized medical benefits including dental, vision as well as employer paid basic life/AD&D insurance and short-term / long-term disability. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes an employer match. Employees will also receive 10 days of sick leave and a minimum of 15-days vacation annually. Certain senior-level roles are eligible for unlimited time off. Employees will also enjoy 10 paid holidays plus two personal flex days throughout the calendar year. Twelve weeks (for birth parents) and 4 weeks (for non-birth parents, including adoptive/foster parents) for paid parental leave will also be available for use after successful completion of 90 days of employment. Individuals may be eligible for different or additional benefits under applicable state law.

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

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