A leading national real estate corporation is seeking a Controller on a REMOTE, direct hire basis. The Controller will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This role requires a CPA with deep experience in the real estate industry. While the position is remote, the ideal candidate must be based in or near the California Bay Area for occasional in-person meetings and site visits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of the company’s accounting operations.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in compliance with GAAP.
• Prepare and analyze timely and accurate financial statements and reports for internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Oversee financial reporting for multiple entities, joint ventures, and complex ownership structures.
• Support strategic decision-making through financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis.
• Work closely with asset management, property management, and development teams to ensure proper cost accounting and project tracking.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and other third-party consultants.
• Train and manage accounting team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Implement and optimize accounting systems and software tools to support scalability and performance.

Qualifications:

• Active CPA license required.
• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least two years in a leadership role.
• Extensive real estate industry experience is required.
• Proficient in real estate accounting software (e.g., Yardi, MRI, RealPage) and ERP systems.
• Must be based in or near the California Bay Area and able to attend occasional in-person meetings.

Compensation: $200,000-$240,000