Controller - Real Estate Private Equity

Denver, Colorado Permanent USD120,000 - USD140,000 per year View Job Description
Reporting to the President of this Denver area real estate firm, the Controller will be responsible for the Finance and Accounting function. This will include but not limited to FP&A, Accounting, Property Accounting and support projects as directed by senior leadership.
  • Lead Finance team at a growing real estate investment firm
  • Active in the multifamily sector

About Our Client

Our client is a vertically integrated owner and developer of multifamily real estate properties in the across the US. The business has grown rapidly in the last 5 years and they are looking for an experienced finance professional to support that growth

Job Description

Our client is seeking a strategic, operational, growth-minded, and process-oriented Controller. Reporting to President of the firm the Controller will be a key member of leadership team with full responsibility for all finance and accounting operations. The Controller will implement structure around existing and new accounting processes, while not being afraid to challenge the status quo.

Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Oversee and manage company's accounting practices, Fund management and the preparation of financial reports for stakeholders.
  • Assist in the firm's reporting and compliance. Calculate net asset value, yields, and investor distributions
  • Maintenance of books and records, recording of transactions and accruals, and oversee all aspects of accounting, including treasury, financial reporting, and balance sheet management.
  • Provide GAAP guidance and support within the company; provide recommendations to leadership as needed
  • Review monthly and quarterly account reconciliations and other documents to ensure records adhere to company policies and GAAP
  • Help coordinate internal and external audits
  • Oversee lender reporting and compliance, oversee team tracking and adherence to reporting deadlines
  • Assist with enterprise level lines of credit and ongoing credit requirements required for growth and capitalization
  • Drive continuous improvement with financial reporting accuracy through ongoing reconciliation and variance analysis reporting. Drive automation and identify new efficiencies to support portfolio growth.
  • Lead and execute ad-hoc projects and analyses as directed by senior leadership



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related fields with 5+ years of relevant real estate finance experience. The ideal candidate will have a majority of their experience spent in the multifamily housing sector. Other sectors in commercial real estate will be considered. Other key qualities:

  • Strong understanding of real estate investment ventures and the real estate development process
  • Process improvement minded professional who is always looking to improve efficiency and accuracy of the finance function.
  • Experience in real estate partnership investments related to Acquisitions, value add tenant improvement and property management preferred
  • Fund accounting experience preferred
  • Excellent working knowledge of MS Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint



While this is a staff leadership position, our client maintains a 'flat' org structure and all leaders are hands on in their roles. You will manage a Senior Accountant with the opportunity to grow the team over time.

What's on Offer

Strong basic salary plus bonus potential, targeting $120,000-$140,000 but flexible for the right individual. Opportunity to have a high visibility position and make an immediate impact to a growing team! There is an opportunity for 1 day work from home.

Contact
Nick Walker
Quote job ref
JN-112024-6580225

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Financial Director / CFO
Industry
Property
Location
Denver
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nick Walker
Job Reference
JN-112024-6580225