Westland Real Estate Group · 1 day ago
Controller - Long Beach CA
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$175K/yr - $200K/yr
7+ years expWestland Real Estate Group is a family-owned leader in property management with a portfolio of over 30,000 units across California, Nevada, and Texas. They are seeking a meticulous and leadership-oriented Controller to oversee all aspects of the company's accounting operations, ensuring financial data accuracy and compliance while serving as a strategic asset for decision-making.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Manage month-end and year-end closing processes; oversee the preparation and consolidation of internal and external financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Supervise, coach, and mentor a high-performing accounting team, including Senior and Staff Accountants, fostering a culture of professional growth
Maintain and enhance accounting policies and internal controls to protect company assets and ensure the integrity of financial results
Lead the annual budgeting process and provide senior management with insightful variance analysis, financial trends, and actionable data
Oversee daily cash operations, intercompany reimbursements, and operational cash flow monitoring to ensure liquidity and efficiency
Ensure compliance with lender covenants (DSCR); manage accounting for property acquisitions and dispositions; and oversee property tax schedules, insurance renewals, and business tax returns
Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts within Entrata, ensuring data integrity and optimizing the system for maximum departmental efficiency
Qualification
Required
7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory/management role
Real estate or property management industry experience is required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA license is highly preferred
Advanced expertise in property management software (Entrata preferred) and high-level Excel skills
Proficiency in SQL is a plus
Deep understanding of GAAP, internal control frameworks, and multi-state real estate financial regulations
Strong leadership skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders
Meticulous attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in financial reporting
A 'results-oriented' approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative executive-facing team
Strong work ethic and the ability to thrive and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain complex, confidential records and organize data effectively
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with dependent coverage)
Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
401(k) with a generous employer match
10 days of paid vacation (to start)
6 paid sick days
Paid holidays
Generous Rent Discounts at our properties!
Company
Westland Real Estate Group
Westland Real Estate Group develops, redevelops and manages commercial and multifamily properties throughout Southern California.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Shani Nowlin
Chief Technology Officer
Shimon Greenspan
CFO
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