Strategic Real Estate Finance Controller

Navigate Realty; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Navigate Realty is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee financial and accounting functions across multiple divisions and market locations. You will lead month-end closes, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, while improving profitability and efficiency through strong controls and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on leadership, expertise in trust and property management accounting, and a track record of developing teams and optimizing systems to

Qualifications

• Experience as a Controller, Accounting Manager, or senior accounting professional, preferably 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 the ability to understand and improve integrations between accounting and operational software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently 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 key performance metrics including 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, systems, and technology, including integration between accounting and operational software.

Job description

Navigate Realty is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee financial and accounting functions across multiple divisions and market locations. You will lead month-end closes, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, while improving profitability and efficiency through strong controls and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on leadership, expertise in trust and property management accounting, and a track record of developing teams and optimizing systems to