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Controller at TEAL BECKER & CHIARAMONTE CPAs

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Job Description

Our client, a well-established, growing home construction and real estate management company that currently constructs residential properties of all varieties with additional expertise in real estate leasing and management, is searching for a Controller. This role will be responsible for management of the accounting department. The controller position is responsible for oversight of the accounting operations to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the organizations reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles and standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provides President support with regard to development and implementation of administrative and financial processes. Assessing current accounting, offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processes. Managing the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results. Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports when needed. Communicate with all staff, particularly the accounting staff that is supervised by the Controller position.

2. Coordinates the companys month-end close to include oversight of the internal financial reporting. Candidate is responsible for supervising the work of the company's accounts receivable and accounts payable sections. Assures accurate recording and reporting of assets, debt, and property owned. Reviews and approves accounting transactions, oversees maintenance of chart of accounts and general ledger, as well as appropriate record retention. Ensure tight financial controls are maintained across all general ledger accounts and transactions. Also responsibilities with construction accounting and development tracking due diligence dates, payments, etc.

3. Assists with preparation of tax returns and other organization reporting including sales tax reports. Provides appropriate financial information to authorized users banks, suppliers, employees, customers, federal government (IRS, DOL, SSA) and state governments. Communicate regularly with lenders to ensure that all required information is provided on a timely basis.

4. Custodial and cash management responsibilities include directing activities of banking, receipt and disbursement of monies, and preparation and payment of payroll. Monitors and ensures the availability of funds for company expenditures, manages the companys lines of credit and closely monitors the company cash flows.

5. Oversee payroll process, administers and oversees companywide expense reimbursements, reconcile and workers compensation insurance and payroll tax reporting.

6. Oversee procurement of company vehicle/equipment purchases, company cell phone administration, distribution of K-1s to owners.

7. Oversee maintenance and property management staff.

8. Other reasonable duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor Degree in Business or Accounting field and a CPA designation is preferred.

5-8 years of work experience as a senior level accountant with industry experience at the transaction level. Experience in financial roles within construction and/or real estate management is preferred.

Ability to analyze financial statements

Proficient in accounting and knowledge with accounting software systems. The organization is currently uses several platforms for various business units. Experience with Sage Intacct a plus.

Adaptability to tight work schedules and unexpected deadlines and difficulties

Excellent spreadsheet skills and a sound understanding of financial controls and analytical review procedures

Can communicate clearly in verbal and in written form

Must encourage employment development efforts and effectively communicate company culture.

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check.

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Typical mid-level pay: $162k for Financial Managers nationally

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