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Related Companies · 19 hours ago

Controller, Development Accounting

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$150K/yr - $170K/yr

10+ years exp

Related Companies is a leading privately-owned real estate firm in the United States, headquartered in New York City. The Controller will oversee financial operations for development projects, ensuring compliance with GAAP and supporting internal and external reporting while fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability.

Commercial Real EstateConstructionProperty DevelopmentReal EstateRentalSales

Responsibilities

Prepare and review consolidated financial statements for corporate, and development entities

Manage quarterly, and annual closings for multiple project and joint venture entities

Oversee preparation of financial packages for investors, lenders, and internal management

Support the Controller in coordinating year-end audits and with external auditors

Ensure all reporting aligns with U.S. GAAP, partnership agreements, and lender requirements

Document the accounting of significant transactions based on the relevant accounting guidance

Implement and monitor internal controls to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data

Review project level work papers

Review underlying work papers of development projects to ensure accuracy

Assist in the accounting of significant transactions or complex entity structures

Review financial statements on a quarterly and annual basis

Ensure compliance with partnership agreements, debt covenants, and other contractual obligations

Coordinate with corporate and project-level teams to ensure consistent accounting policies and procedures

Prepare quarterly financial and capital account reporting for investor partners

Assist in the preparation of capital calls, waterfalls, and JV reconciliations

Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering professional growth and cross-functional collaboration

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency in accounting workflows and reporting processes

Assist with implementation and optimization of accounting systems and technology

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingCPA designation10+ years accounting experienceGAAP knowledgeAdvanced Excel skillsFinancial reporting softwareReal estate accountingAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required

Minimum of 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory capacity

Strong understanding of GAAP, real estate accounting, and partnership reporting

Excellent analytical and organizational skills with strong attention to detail

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

Keen attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with both finance and non-finance stakeholders

Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial reporting software

Preferred

Master's degree in Accounting or MBA a plus

CPA designation is strongly preferred

Experience in real estate development, joint ventures and complex entity structures a plus

Familiarity with JD Edwards and Oracle FCC, a plus

Benefits

Discretionary bonus incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Company

Related Companies

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Related Companies is a global real estate and lifestyle company defined by innovation and the most prominent privately-owned real estate firm in the United States.

Founded in 1972

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees