Strategic Real Estate Controller — Finance Leader

Zocalo Recruiting; Los Angeles (CA); Sur place; USD 140 000 - 230 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Direct access to senior leadership

Career growth potential

Competitive compensation and benefits

Résumé du poste

Zocalo Recruiting seeks a highly skilled Controller to oversee accounting for a diverse real estate portfolio in Los Angeles. This role requires strategic leadership, GAAP financial reporting, and collaboration with senior leadership to drive profitability.

The ideal candidate has 7–10+ years of accounting experience, 3–5 years in leadership, and hands-on experience with Yardi/MRI and multi-entity environments. CPA or MBA preferred.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong background in real estate accounting (residential, commercial, retail, or mixed-use).
• Experience with multi-entity, partnership, or construction/development environments is highly desirable.
• Advanced proficiency in Yardi, MRI, or similar real estate ERP systems, plus Excel.

Responsabilités

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and general ledger management.
• Oversee preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning across multiple entities and properties.
• Monitor and report on property-level and consolidated financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, tax filings, and internal controls.
• Partner with asset management, development, and operations teams to support business objectives.
• Oversee capital contributions, distributions, and investor reporting.
• Implement and maintain efficient accounting systems and processes (experience with Yardi or similar real estate platforms preferred).
• Manage and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth.
• Support audits, lender compliance, and external reporting requirements.

Connaissances

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Strategic advisory

Formation

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA or MBA preferred

Outils

Yardi

MRI

Excel

Description du poste

Zocalo Recruiting seeks a highly skilled Controller to oversee accounting for a diverse real estate portfolio in Los Angeles. This role requires strategic leadership, GAAP financial reporting, and collaboration with senior leadership to drive profitability.

The ideal candidate has 7–10+ years of accounting experience, 3–5 years in leadership, and hands-on experience with Yardi/MRI and multi-entity environments. CPA or MBA preferred.