Senior Real Estate Controller & FP&A Leader

Navigate Realty; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Navigate Realty is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the financial and accounting functions for a growing real estate organization with multiple divisions and market locations. You will provide financial leadership, ensure timely reporting, and support operational decision-making to improve profitability and efficiency.

You will lead month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and oversee trust accounts, with a focus on driving cost reductions and revenue growth across divisions.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Controller, Accounting Manager, or senior accounting professional in real estate or property management.
• Strong knowledge of trust accounting, property management accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience supporting multiple divisions, locations, or lines of business.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and develop accounting team members.
• Strong technology skills and ability to improve integrations between accounting and operational software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet financial deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial functions, accounting processes, and operational procedures across multiple divisions and market locations.
• Lead month-end and quarter-end close, including journal entries, projections, financial reporting, and analysis.
• Analyze ROI, gross margin, overhead expenses, and operating margin.
• Lead quarterly and annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Manage trust accounts and property management accounting procedures.
• Oversee monthly journal entries and reconciliations by division and market location.
• Provide financial and analytical support to identify opportunities for revenue growth, cost reduction, and improved operations.
• Assist with back-office operations including salaries and commissions, sales and deposits, inter-company transfers, and related accounting functions.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures.
• Ensure financial responsibilities and reporting are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Lead, train, and support accounts payable and bookkeeping staff, as well as third-party specialists.
• Evaluate and improve accounting processes and technology, including integration between accounting and operational software.

Skills

Controller experience

Analytical skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Property management software

Accounting software integration

Job description

Navigate Realty is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the financial and accounting functions for a growing real estate organization with multiple divisions and market locations. You will provide financial leadership, ensure timely reporting, and support operational decision-making to improve profitability and efficiency.

You will lead month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and oversee trust accounts, with a focus on driving cost reductions and revenue growth across divisions.