Controller

CPA Required

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Employment Type: Full-Time, In-person

About LG Realty Advisors

LG Realty Advisors, Inc. is a fourth-generation, family-owned commercial real estate investment, development, management and brokerage firm headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Guided by four generations of experience and an owner’s mindset, our mission is to create long-term value through real estate that endures.

Our vertically integrated platform includes commercial property ownership, development, asset management, property management, brokerage, leasing and construction management services. In addition to owning and operating a diverse portfolio of commercial real estate, we also provide third-party property management and advisory services to institutional and private owners. Our long-term ownership perspective shapes every decision we make, from acquisitions and redevelopment to tenant relationships, capital planning and day-to-day operations.

About this Opportunity

LG Realty Advisors is seeking a Controller to oversee the Company’s accounting function and work directly with ownership in managing the financial operations of a growing commercial real estate company.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of the accounting function within an entrepreneurial environment. The successful candidate will oversee the accounting department while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day accounting operations of the business. This is a hands-on position within a lean organization where the Controller is expected to understand every aspect of the accounting function and step into any role when needed.

The ideal candidate is technically strong, intellectually curious and equally comfortable preparing financial reports, solving accounting issues, mentoring staff and supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the Company.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and actively participate in the monthly, quarterly and annual financial close process and preparation of financial reporting for ownership, lenders and third-party management clients.
• Maintain the integrity of the Company’s accounting records, general ledger and financial reporting systems.
• Supervise and actively participate in the accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting functions, providing day-to-day support whenever necessary.
• Review monthly bank reconciliations and assist ownership with treasury activities, cash management, financing, lender reporting and debt administration.
• Coordinate annual tax return preparation, year-end workpapers, fixed asset schedules and depreciation reporting with outside CPA firms.
• Oversee annual IRS Form 1099 reporting and other recurring tax and regulatory filings.
• Oversee payroll processing, payroll reporting and employee benefit accounting.
• Coordinate recurring insurance administration and other financial compliance requirements.
• Prepare annual operating budgets and assist ownership with forecasting, capital planning and financial analysis.
• Monitor financial performance and provide timely, accurate and meaningful reporting to ownership.
• Work closely with the property management team regarding tenant billing, collections, operating expenses and financial reporting.
• Support acquisitions, developments, dispositions and capital improvement projects from an accounting and financial reporting perspective.
• Maintain accounting policies, financial procedures and practical internal controls appropriate for a lean, owner-operated organization.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems, workflows, technology and operational efficiency.
• Supervise, mentor and develop accounting department personnel.
• Work directly with ownership on special projects and other financial initiatives as required.

Qualifications

Required

• Active CPA license.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to quickly learn new accounting and property management software.

Preferred

• Public accounting experience, preferably within an audit practice.
• Commercial real estate accounting experience.
• Experience with Yardi, MRI or similar accounting software.
• Experience supervising accounting personnel.
• Experience working within a privately held company.

Personal Characteristics

• High level of integrity, professionalism and discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with ownership, lenders, tenants, vendors and outside professionals.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrates initiative, accountability, sound judgment and follow-through.
• Comfortable working in an entrepreneurial environment where priorities evolve and team members regularly wear multiple hats.
• Enjoys being a hands-on contributor and is willing to step into any accounting function to support the team and the business.
• Possesses an owner’s mindset and takes pride in producing accurate, timely and meaningful financial information.

Benefits

LG Realty Advisors offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a 401(k) with company match, medical, dental and life insurance, company-paid long-term disability insurance and opportunities for long-term professional growth.

LG Realty Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and pre-employment drug screening. LG Realty Advisors is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.