Jersey City, NJ, 07308, USA
4 days ago
Property Sr. Controller
Description Our client is a leader in the industrial real estate sector, managing a growing portfolio of properties with precision and excellence. We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Property Controller to lead the Property Accounting Group, shaping its growth and driving financial excellence across their asset portfolio. As the Senior Controller, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial management of their properties. This position is perfect for a seasoned property accounting professional, ideally with a background in public accounting and experience in large commercial or industrial real estate firms. You will lead a dedicated team, manage the financial lifecycle of assets, and establish policies and procedures to ensure operational excellence as we expand. Key Responsibilities + Yardi Administration: Oversee the Yardi platform, including entity creation, workflow maintenance, and ensuring system efficiency. + Team Leadership: Manage a team of 5, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth. + Month-End Close: Establish and oversee a robust month-end close process, including bank reconciliations, accruals, and supporting balance sheet accounts. Investigate and resolve account activity discrepancies. + Reporting: Compile comprehensive monthly reporting packages and other required reports. + Transaction Oversight: Assist in recording property-related transactions, including acquisitions, sales, and refinancing. + Due Diligence: Support due diligence efforts for acquisitions, dispositions, and other strategic projects. + Process Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance internal controls and operational efficiencies, supporting the company's growth strategy. + Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with annual budgets, CAM reconciliations, and financial forecasting. + Collaboration: Partner with the fund accounting team to address and resolve consolidation issues. Why Join The Team? + Be part of a fast-growing company at the forefront of the industrial real estate sector. + Lead and develop a high-performing team in a dynamic and collaborative environment. + Contribute to exciting projects and initiatives that directly impact our growth and success. If you’re a motivated accounting professional with a passion for real estate and a desire to lead, apply today! Requirements About You We’re looking for a dynamic leader with a strong foundation in accounting and a passion for real estate. The ideal candidate will bring: + Experience: 10+ years in property accounting, ideally with a foundation in public accounting and a proven track record within large commercial or industrial real estate firms. + Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. CPA/MBA preferred. + Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Yardi required, coupled with strong Excel capabilities (V-lookups, Pivot Tables, Sum-ifs). + Leadership: 2-3+ years of experience managing direct reports, with a demonstrated ability to mentor and lead teams. + Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy and ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. + Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. + Problem-Solving: A proactive mindset for identifying and implementing solutions to improve processes and outcomes. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
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