Real Estate Sr. Accountant​/Controller

Sr. Accountant / Controller with Real Estate experience a must!

Pride Staff is seeking a Sr. Accountant /Controller on behalf of a prominent real estate development and management firm based in West Palm Beach.

This is a key financial leadership position overseeing a multi-entity portfolio of residential and commercial assets. You will take ownership of all accounting, treasury, HR/payroll, and insurance functions, taking over from an outgoing CFO through a structured transition period before managing the department independently.

Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Reporting:
Lead monthly closes, intercompany allocations, annual operating budgets, capex planning, and quarterly/annual reporting packages for lenders and partners.

Cash Flow & Treasury:
Produce monthly cash flow reports across all assets, monitor daily bank balances, handle ACH/wires, perform daily/monthly reconciliations, and manage banking relationships.

Insurance Program Management:
Drive insurance renewals 60–45 days out, negotiate premiums with brokers/carriers, track property/wind insurance, allocate blanket premiums, and manage claims.

HR & Payroll:
Process biweekly payroll (ADP), handle employee onboarding/benefits, reconcile payroll to the general ledger, and ensure wage-and-hour compliance.

Lender & HUD Compliance:
Prepare construction draw requests, track loan covenants, and oversee HUD regulatory compliance (including bi-annual surplus cash reports).Tax & Audit Prep:
Prepare year-end audit schedules (PBC list), coordinate with external CPAs, and manage property/entity tax filing deadlines across states.

Qualifications

Experience:

Proven track record in multi-entity real estate accounting, construction, or property management.

Technical

Skills:

Strong proficiency in Quick Books, ADP (or similar payroll systems), and GAAP standards.

Key Strengths:

Experience with insurance administration, cash flow management, draw requests, and lender compliance.

Work Style:
Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to balance strict deadlines across multiple entities.

Location:

Must be local to or able to commute daily to West Palm Beach, FL.Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $115,000 / year Health & Wellness: $3,600 annual health insurance reimbursement ($300/month)
Paid Time Off (PTO):
Prorated after 3 months; 10 full days after your first complete year Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $ - $Job Summary Job number: 589541

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