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VP/Controller - Real Estate

Phoenix, Arizona · Accounting/Finance
Growing REIT is looking to a Controller that has both accounting and tax experience. 
This is an in-office role with hybrid responsibilities.  Salary range is $160,000 - $210,000 base plus bonus.

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's accounting functions and tax compliance. This role requires a deep understanding of accounting principles and tax laws to ensure accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment with business goals. This position requires a seasoned professional with strong technical expertise, leadership acumen, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of compliance.
 

Responsibilities:

 
  • Lead month-end close processes, and preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with external auditors to facilitate annual audits for multiple legal entities.
  • Champion operational excellence through collaboration, process improvement, leveraging best practices, and promoting automation and technology to enhance efficiency and scalability.
  • Ensure timely compliance with federal, state and international tax laws and regulations for both US and Canadian asset portfolios.
  • Provide guidance to executive management and investors, ensuring alignment with business strategies and objectives, specifically with REIT compliance.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for tax-related inquiries and information sharing with investors and key stakeholders.
  • Assess and mitigate tax risks associated with business operations, transactions, and regulatory changes.
  • Review proposed acquisitions/dispositions and initiatives to assess compliance implications and recommend solutions.
  • Develop and motivate a team that will excel in a fast-paced, hyper-growth setting.
  • Maintains a documented system of accounting and tax policies & procedures.
  • Ensures a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
  • Perform other duties, as assigned.

Required Skills:

 
  • Strong technical knowledge of accountings principles (GAAP).
  • Strong technical knowledge of tax laws, specifically REIT compliance.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work with multiple legal entities under different legal umbrellas.
  • Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.

Education & Experience

 
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Tax
  • Master of Accountancy or Taxation preferred
  • CPA designation required
  • Minimum 10 years in tax and accounting roles, real estate industry preferred
  • Minimum 3 years of Public Accounting - Tax experience
  • Excellent proficiency with all facets of Microsoft Office Suite.
For immediate consideration email your resume in a word.doc to Thyra at thyra@southwestaccountingresources.com
 

 

 
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