Controller

Job Title: Controller – Commercial Real Estate

Department: Accounting
Reports To: CFO
Location: Vienna, VA

Position Summary

The Controller oversees most accounting, financial reporting, and compliance functions for a commercial real estate portfolio. This role ensures accurate financial management of assets including office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use properties. The Controller leads the accounting team, manages audits, supports asset management, and partners with senior leadership to drive financial performance and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

· Ensure that all accounting transactions are recorded

· Participate in the strategic financial planning and corporate budgeting process

• Manage the cashflow of the parent company and related subsidiary companies

· Responsible for all corporate internal and external financial reporting – including lenders and partners

· Oversee the month/quarter/year-end general ledger close process which includes balance sheet reconciliations and income statement analysis (actual results compared to budget, trends, etc)

· Review the monthly and annual closing packages as prepared by the Property Accountants (MOR’s and Property Budgets)

· Provide financial information to CPA firm to assist in the completion and filing of annual tax returns

· Manage the external CPA review and audit process

· Develop and manage the internal audit function

· Develop policy and procedures for the accounting function (general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reporting)

· Supervise and review the work of accounting and lease administration team

· Ensure that Income and Expense reports are filed timely

· Ensure that annual CAM estimates and annual CAM reconciliations are performed and recorded timely and accurately

· Develop and maintain banking and other institutional relationships

Team Leadership

• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Implement accounting policies, procedures, and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Strategic Support

• Support acquisition due diligence, property dispositions, and financing transactions.
• Collaborate with senior management on financial planning and risk management.
• Provide insights into portfolio performance, ROI, and cash flow optimization.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in commercial real estate (office, retail, industrial, or mixed-use) required.
• Strong knowledge of property management accounting systems (e.g., Yardi and MRI).

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of real estate financial reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial modeling tools.

Pay: $135,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $135,000 - $150,000