Global Real Estate Project Accounting Controller - Vice President

Seeking a highly skilled Vice President to join the Global Real Estate Accounting team.

As Global Real Estate Project Accounting Vice President – Controller, you will be responsible for leading and managing the financial close process, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Global Real Estate manages the firm’s capital on a global portfolio including corporate offices and banking center branches across 9,000+ projects.

• Responsible for the management and oversight of accounting activities, including:
  • Postings to the general ledger and assessing transaction activity for proper accounting treatment
  • Manage the reconciliation and substantiation process for the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances and opportunities for improvement
• Track, update and provide detail of any significant income/expense financial activity on a monthly basis
• Provide leadership, mentorship and development opportunities to global team
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic business and financial initiatives and provide insights into financial performance
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior management and auditors
• Provide accounting guidance related to interpretation of Corporate Accounting Policies and US GAAP
• Provide direction and independent decision-making for moderately complex accounting and reporting issues under limited direction
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley, Control and Risk Assessment, and other internal control documentation standards

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Minimum of 6 years financial accounting experience, working in a high volume, fast-paced environment
• Experience in managing month-end close cycle, with a focus on financial statement accuracy and completeness
• Proven track record of managing and leading high-performing teams
• Self-starter with strong initiative, ability to take ownership and be hands-on
• Highly organized with ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and prioritize to meet deadlines
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Strong analytical skills with sound judgement and decision-making ability
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, including Excel and Alteryx

• CPA or MBA
• Experience with SAP