Controller in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Controller

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, treasury management, and internal controls for a growing property management company. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information for a portfolio of residential, commercial, and/or mixed-use properties while supporting strategic decision-making and operational excellence. The Controller will lead the accounting team, manage month-end and year-end closings, supervise owner financial reporting, and ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting for property owners, investors, lenders, and executive management.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Monitor cash flow and liquidity across managed properties and corporate operations.

Property Accounting Oversight

• Supervise accounting for a portfolio of residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties.
• Review property-level income statements, balance sheets, variance analyses, and operating reports.
• Ensure accurate recording of rents, CAM reconciliations, security deposits, owner distributions, and property expenses.
• Coordinate budget preparation and forecasting processes for all managed properties.
• Support acquisitions, dispositions, refinancing activities, and property transitions.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Establish and maintain strong accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, lender requirements, management agreements, and ownership reporting requirements.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax return preparation, and external financial reviews.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory agencies.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff, including property accountants, accounts payable personnel, and financial analysts.
• Establish departmental goals and performance metrics.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with operations, property management, leasing, and executive leadership teams.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee accounting and property management software systems.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve reporting efficiency.
• Implement best practices for financial controls, automation, and data management.
• Participate in system upgrades, integrations, and technology initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA designation preferred.

Experience

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 3+ years of management experience in property management, real estate, construction, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of property accounting principles, financial reporting, and real estate operations.
• Experience managing multiple entities and property portfolios preferred.