Controller - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Controller - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Controller - Join Our International Real Estate Team in Washington, DC
Robert Half is proud to partner with a leading international real estate company seeking dynamic Divisional Controllers to lead financial operations across multiple real estate divisions. Based in the heart of Washington, District of Columbia, United States, this full-time role offers a unique opportunity to oversee complex accounting processes in commercial real estate, including mixed-use and industrial properties. If you have an active CPA and 6+ years of specialized experience, this Controller position provides a competitive salary range of $140,000 - $175,000 plus a 20% bonus, hybrid flexibility, and career advancement in a high-growth industry.
About the Role
As a Controller, you will serve as the financial backbone for assigned real estate divisions, managing everything from accounting records to treasury functions. This position demands a strategic leader who thrives in commercial real estate accounting, ensuring compliance with joint ventures, loan agreements, and property management contracts. Reporting to senior leadership, you'll drive accuracy, efficiency, and innovation in financial reporting while supervising a talented accounting team. With the vibrancy of Washington, DC as your backdrop, enjoy 3 days in-office collaboration and remote flexibility to balance work and life. Ideal for seasoned professionals passionate about real estate finance, forecasting, budgeting, and internal controls.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will involve hands-on oversight of critical financial operations:
- Oversee the preparation and maintenance of precise accounting records for projects and entities, guaranteeing full compliance with industry standards.
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering growth through training and performance guidance to maintain exceptional attention to detail.
- Collaborate seamlessly with internal departments, property managers, and external partners like lenders and auditors for smooth financial coordination.
- Handle treasury management, including meticulous bank reconciliations, cash flow projections, and precise contribution/distribution calculations.
- Review and authorize funding requests, reserves, and write-offs in strict adherence to governing legal agreements.
- Ensure unwavering compliance with complex documents such as loan agreements, joint venture contracts, and property management agreements.
- Perform in-depth reviews of general ledger entries, monthly/quarterly financial reports, and memos for novel or intricate accounting items.
- Establish and enforce robust internal controls to safeguard assets and uphold the integrity of all accounting records.
- Lead audit processes, from financial statement preparation to comprehensive internal controls evaluations.
- Oversee tax projections and preparation, delivering timely and accurate filings to support business objectives.
Required Qualifications
To excel in this Controller role, candidates must demonstrate:
- Active CPA certification (mandatory).
- At least 6 years of progressive experience in commercial real estate accounting, with focus on mixed-use and industrial properties.
- Expertise in forecasting, budgeting, joint ventures, and financial statement preparation.
- Proven strong supervisory skills with a track record of team development.
- Comfortable with a hybrid schedule requiring 3 days per week in our Washington, DC office.
- Excellent communication and analytical abilities, with deep knowledge of GAAP and real estate-specific regulations.
Robert Half prioritizes diverse, high-caliber talent ready to make an impact in international real estate.
Why Join Us
Partner with Robert Half for unparalleled access to top-tier opportunities in Washington, DC's thriving real estate market. Enjoy a generous compensation package including $140K-$175K base salary, 20% bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits like health coverage, 401(k) matching, and professional development. Work in a collaborative, innovative environment with global reach, hybrid flexibility, and endless growth potential. Our client values work-life balance, offering 3 days in-office for team synergy and remote options for productivity. Stand out in commercial real estate careers—apply now through Robert Half or connect with recruiter Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or at 301.965.9035. Shape the future of real estate finance today! (748 words)
Locations
- Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Salary
140,000 - 175,000 USD / yearly
140,000 - 175,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Commercial Real Estate Accountingintermediate
- Financial Statement Preparationintermediate
- Team Supervision and Developmentintermediate
- Treasury Managementintermediate
- Cash Flow Forecastingintermediate
- Joint Venture Accountingintermediate
- Compliance with Legal Agreementsintermediate
- Internal Controls Enforcementintermediate
- Audit Administrationintermediate
- Tax Projections and Preparationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Active CPA certification (experience)
- 6+ years of commercial real estate accounting experience (mixed-use and industrial) (experience)
- Strong forecasting and budgeting expertise (experience)
- Experience with joint ventures (experience)
- Proven supervisory and leadership skills (experience)
- Ability to work in office 3 days per week (experience)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Oversee preparation and maintenance of accounting records for assigned projects and entities ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Supervise and develop accounting staff providing training and guidance
- Collaborate with internal teams and external parties on financial matters
- Manage treasury functions including bank reconciliations cash flow projections and contribution/distribution calculations
- Review and approve funding requests reserves and write-offs per governing agreements
- Ensure compliance with loan agreements joint venture contracts and property management agreements
- Conduct reviews of general ledger entries monthly/quarterly financial reports and accounting memos
- Maintain and enforce internal controls to protect assets and ensure record reliability
- Administer audits including financial statement preparation and internal controls assessments
- Provide oversight on tax projections and preparation ensuring timely submissions
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $140,000 - $175,000
- general: 20% performance bonus
- general: Hybrid work model (3 days in office)
- general: Professional development opportunities
- general: Supportive team environment with international real estate exposure
- general: Comprehensive benefits package through Robert Half
- general: Career growth in commercial real estate finance
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Job Description
Controller - Join Our International Real Estate Team in Washington, DC
Robert Half is proud to partner with a leading international real estate company seeking dynamic Divisional Controllers to lead financial operations across multiple real estate divisions. Based in the heart of Washington, District of Columbia, United States, this full-time role offers a unique opportunity to oversee complex accounting processes in commercial real estate, including mixed-use and industrial properties. If you have an active CPA and 6+ years of specialized experience, this Controller position provides a competitive salary range of $140,000 - $175,000 plus a 20% bonus, hybrid flexibility, and career advancement in a high-growth industry.
About the Role
As a Controller, you will serve as the financial backbone for assigned real estate divisions, managing everything from accounting records to treasury functions. This position demands a strategic leader who thrives in commercial real estate accounting, ensuring compliance with joint ventures, loan agreements, and property management contracts. Reporting to senior leadership, you'll drive accuracy, efficiency, and innovation in financial reporting while supervising a talented accounting team. With the vibrancy of Washington, DC as your backdrop, enjoy 3 days in-office collaboration and remote flexibility to balance work and life. Ideal for seasoned professionals passionate about real estate finance, forecasting, budgeting, and internal controls.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will involve hands-on oversight of critical financial operations:
- Oversee the preparation and maintenance of precise accounting records for projects and entities, guaranteeing full compliance with industry standards.
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering growth through training and performance guidance to maintain exceptional attention to detail.
- Collaborate seamlessly with internal departments, property managers, and external partners like lenders and auditors for smooth financial coordination.
- Handle treasury management, including meticulous bank reconciliations, cash flow projections, and precise contribution/distribution calculations.
- Review and authorize funding requests, reserves, and write-offs in strict adherence to governing legal agreements.
- Ensure unwavering compliance with complex documents such as loan agreements, joint venture contracts, and property management agreements.
- Perform in-depth reviews of general ledger entries, monthly/quarterly financial reports, and memos for novel or intricate accounting items.
- Establish and enforce robust internal controls to safeguard assets and uphold the integrity of all accounting records.
- Lead audit processes, from financial statement preparation to comprehensive internal controls evaluations.
- Oversee tax projections and preparation, delivering timely and accurate filings to support business objectives.
Required Qualifications
To excel in this Controller role, candidates must demonstrate:
- Active CPA certification (mandatory).
- At least 6 years of progressive experience in commercial real estate accounting, with focus on mixed-use and industrial properties.
- Expertise in forecasting, budgeting, joint ventures, and financial statement preparation.
- Proven strong supervisory skills with a track record of team development.
- Comfortable with a hybrid schedule requiring 3 days per week in our Washington, DC office.
- Excellent communication and analytical abilities, with deep knowledge of GAAP and real estate-specific regulations.
Robert Half prioritizes diverse, high-caliber talent ready to make an impact in international real estate.
Why Join Us
Partner with Robert Half for unparalleled access to top-tier opportunities in Washington, DC's thriving real estate market. Enjoy a generous compensation package including $140K-$175K base salary, 20% bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits like health coverage, 401(k) matching, and professional development. Work in a collaborative, innovative environment with global reach, hybrid flexibility, and endless growth potential. Our client values work-life balance, offering 3 days in-office for team synergy and remote options for productivity. Stand out in commercial real estate careers—apply now through Robert Half or connect with recruiter Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or at 301.965.9035. Shape the future of real estate finance today! (748 words)
Locations
- Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Salary
140,000 - 175,000 USD / yearly
140,000 - 175,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Commercial Real Estate Accountingintermediate
- Financial Statement Preparationintermediate
- Team Supervision and Developmentintermediate
- Treasury Managementintermediate
- Cash Flow Forecastingintermediate
- Joint Venture Accountingintermediate
- Compliance with Legal Agreementsintermediate
- Internal Controls Enforcementintermediate
- Audit Administrationintermediate
- Tax Projections and Preparationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Active CPA certification (experience)
- 6+ years of commercial real estate accounting experience (mixed-use and industrial) (experience)
- Strong forecasting and budgeting expertise (experience)
- Experience with joint ventures (experience)
- Proven supervisory and leadership skills (experience)
- Ability to work in office 3 days per week (experience)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Oversee preparation and maintenance of accounting records for assigned projects and entities ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Supervise and develop accounting staff providing training and guidance
- Collaborate with internal teams and external parties on financial matters
- Manage treasury functions including bank reconciliations cash flow projections and contribution/distribution calculations
- Review and approve funding requests reserves and write-offs per governing agreements
- Ensure compliance with loan agreements joint venture contracts and property management agreements
- Conduct reviews of general ledger entries monthly/quarterly financial reports and accounting memos
- Maintain and enforce internal controls to protect assets and ensure record reliability
- Administer audits including financial statement preparation and internal controls assessments
- Provide oversight on tax projections and preparation ensuring timely submissions
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $140,000 - $175,000
- general: 20% performance bonus
- general: Hybrid work model (3 days in office)
- general: Professional development opportunities
- general: Supportive team environment with international real estate exposure
- general: Comprehensive benefits package through Robert Half
- general: Career growth in commercial real estate finance
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