Job Details

Job Summary:

The Controller will lead and direct the routine functions of the Accounting department, reporting directly to the CFO. The primary responsibility is management of the accounting function to maintain the company's general ledger and financial statements. The position includes oversight of the accounting department staff, and requires interaction with business unit leaders on a routine basis.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees the operations of the Accounting Department, which include accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and all daily accounting functions.
• Oversees training programs and identifies training needs.

• Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
• Oversees the timely and complete production of periodic financial reports for a multitude of departments (Realtor, Cox Property Management, Cox Universal Group, hospitality entities, and internally owned commercial properties)
• Responsible for posting accounts receivable charges and tracking collections
• Produces the annual budget and forecasts; reports significant budget differences to management.
• Maintaining bank accounts including opening, closing, and responding to bank personnel
• Provides financial analysis to senior management to identify trends, efficiencies, and areas for cost reduction
• Managing the third-party hospitality management company's accounting deliverables including review of financials, direction, treatment of capital expenses
• Assisting third-party managed hospitality projects with identification of operational concerns, capital spending, cash flow considerations, sale analysis, and tax planning strategy
• Monitoring loan draws to control timing and amount of interest payments
• Files annual business returns with applicable States
• Manage accounting software access, updates, setup, etc.
• Assisting with providing accounting records to appropriate third-party service providers for the preparation of federal tax returns
• Management of third-party commercial management customers' reporting needs, including responding to year-end requests from professional service providers
• Reviewing bi-weekly payroll for reasonableness and alerting Human Resources of any identified inaccuracies
• Comply with lender regulations regarding delivery of periodic financial statements and covenant evaluation
• Researching and responding to local, state, and federal tax notices
• Monitoring the company's working capital, liquidity, and cash flow and forecasting for cash flow needs and alerting upper management for cash flow deficiencies
• Review of monthly bank reconciliations
• Investor relations, including answering questions from individual investors, inputting data into the investor management platform, maintaining bank account information, and processing quarterly distribution and preferred return payments
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations for accounting staff, including disciplinary actions as required.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in accounting and tax preparation software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Experience with Yardi accounting software preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Experience with real estate, property management and/or construction accounting preferred.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
• Ten years or more of related experience required.
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation preferred.
• Experience in a CPA firm preferred.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Able to travel as needed.

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
• This position requires on-site work. Remote work is not available for this position.

• Salary commensurate with experience, knowledge and certifications.
• Potential year-end bonus
• 401(k) match up to 3.5%
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Accelerated accrued PTO plan and paid holidays