Outsourced Controller - Real Estate Industry Clients

Wipfli LLP; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 99,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the accounting sector is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead a remote team. This position involves advising clients, managing budgets, and ensuring profitability while providing comprehensive solutions in the real estate industry. Candidates should have significant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with additional professional certifications being advantageous. The flexible, remote work environment encourages personal development and innovative practices.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Health plans

401(k) with profit sharing and matching

Annual discretionary bonus based on performance

Education and certification support

Qualifications

• 8+ years of full cycle accounting experience including financial statement preparation.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience.
• Professional certifications like CPA or CMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a remote accounting team and oversee job budgets.
• Provide advisory services to clients about financial statements.
• Mentor and train team members to grow in their roles.

Skills

Relationship Management

Data Analytics

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Netsuite

Yardi

Appfolio

QuickBooks Online

Sage Intacct

Job description

Overview

At Wipfli, people count.

Our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and results.

We believe in flexibility, focus on relationships, and encourage individuals to follow their own path.

This role offers an opportunity to work 100% remote.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Manage a remote accounting team, including scope of work, job budgets, and profitability.
• Provide general advisory services to clients via scheduled remote meetings regarding financial statements.
• Serve as the primary contact for real estate investment client engagements.
• Partner with clients from private equity, joint ventures, and other investors, focusing on the real estate industry.
• Research and share best practices relevant to each client's business concerns.
• Calculate investor returns, budget/forecast asset performance, and prepare financial data for loan covenants.
• Advise on cash flow, debt structure, and leverage.
• Leverage data analytics and new technology, including various accounting software.
• Provide technical accounting assistance to clients and internal teams.
• Advise clients on process improvements in their accounting departments and internal controls.
• Meet with investors to review management reports and key performance indicators.
• Prepare financial data for loan covenants when applicable.
• Mentor and train team members to grow in their roles and responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• 8+ years of full cycle accounting experience, including financial statement preparation within the real estate industry.
• Previous public accounting experience preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience.
• Ability to quickly learn new technology and accounting software.
• Experience with Netsuite, Yardi, Appfolio, QuickBooks Online, and Sage Intacct is preferred but not required.
• Proven relationship management skills.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA) are preferred but not required.
• Ability to adapt and learn quickly.

Christine Villicana from Wipfli’s recruiting team will guide you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn profile to connect.

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Additional Details

Additional Details:

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.

We provide reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. To request accommodations, contact us at [e-mail].

Our compensation is fair, transparent, and competitive. The estimated base pay range is $99,000 to $148,000, with offers typically not at the maximum to allow for future increases. Actual salary depends on various factors including location, skills, experience, and certifications.

Eligible employees may receive an annual discretionary bonus based on performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health plans, dental, vision, HSA options, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with profit sharing and matching, wellness incentives, education and certification support, flexible time off, family leave, and more. Benefits eligibility depends on hours, position, and location. Discuss your work preferences with your recruiter during the interview process.