Financial Controller - Real Estate

Macdonald & Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Macdonald & Company has been exclusively retained by a privately held real estate investment and development firm to appoint a Financial Controller to lead all accounting and finance functions across the organization. The role requires strong GAAP expertise and oversight across multiple entities in a fast-paced environment in Atlanta.

You will manage general ledger, consolidate reporting for internal and investor use, oversee budgeting and cash flow, and coordinate with external auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; advanced degree a plus.
• 7+ years of accounting experience, preferably within the real estate sector.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP; exposure to tax matters advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with real estate accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger and financial records for multiple entities.
• Lead accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash flow processes.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and liaise with auditors and tax advisors.
• Consolidate financial statements for internal and investor reporting.
• Coordinate with audit and tax teams.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to support decisions.
• Oversee investor capital accounts and reporting.
• Provide financial oversight on acquisitions, dispositions, and development transactions.
• Handle property-level reporting and reconciliations.
• Lead annual budgeting, projection, and reporting cycles.
• Oversee payroll processing and coordinate with HR on benefits.
• Evaluate and implement accounting systems and process improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Real estate accounting experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Real estate accounting software

Job description

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Macdonald & Company. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr Macdonald & Company has been exclusively retained by a privately held, growth-oriented real estate investment and development firm to appoint a Financial Controller to lead all accounting and finance functions across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Manage general ledger and financial records for multiple entities, including oversight of third-party accounting providers. Lead accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash flow processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports. Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial policies; liaise with external auditors and tax advisors. Consolidate financial statements for internal and investor reporting; coordinate with audit and tax teams. Manage corporate budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis to support decision-making. Oversee investor capital accounts, preferred return calculations, and investor reporting. Provide financial oversight on acquisitions, dispositions, and development transactions, including due diligence support. Handle property-level reporting, reconciliations, and financial compliance requirements. Lead annual budgeting, projection, and reporting cycles. Oversee payroll processing and coordinate with HR on benefits administration and compensation analysis. Evaluate, implement, and integrate accounting systems and process improvements.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; advanced degree a plus. 7+ years of accounting experience, preferably within the real estate sector. Strong knowledge of GAAP; exposure to tax matters advantageous. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with real estate accounting software.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, Investment Management, and Real Estate

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