Balke Brown Transwestern · 9 hours ago
Financial Controller – Commercial
St. Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBalke Brown Transwestern is seeking an experienced Financial Controller with a strong background in real estate accounting and financial management. This role oversees all financial operations across the property portfolio, ensuring accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial insights.
Leasing
Responsibilities
Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for both corporate entities and individual properties
Manage property‑level reporting, including rent rolls, CAM reconciliations, TIs, lease abstracts, and occupancy metrics
Ensure compliance with GAAP and real estate‑specific reporting standards
Provide financial analysis to support asset management, acquisitions, and disposition decisions
Supervise day‑to‑day accounting functions, including AP/AR, cash management, escrow accounts, and tenant billing
Oversee budgeting and forecasting for properties, including capital expenditure planning and variance analysis
Maintain accurate general ledger activity for multiple entities, including LLCs, partnerships, and joint ventures
Coordinate annual audits, lender reporting, and financial packages required by investors or partners
Ensure compliance with real estate tax requirements, including property taxes, sales/use taxes, and annual filings
Monitor loan covenants, debt service schedules, and lender compliance requirements
Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure adherence to lease agreements and regulatory standards
Partner with property management teams to ensure accurate tenant billing, lease compliance, and operating expense tracking
Support acquisitions by reviewing financial models, historical financials, and due diligence materials
Provide financial insights to leadership on portfolio performance, cash flow, and investment opportunities
Lead and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred)
Minimum 5 years of real estate accounting or financial management experience, ideally in commercial, residential, or mixed-use portfolios
Strong understanding of real estate financial concepts, including CAM, NOI, cap rates, and lease structures
Proficiency and experience in Yardi are required
Proficiency with real estate accounting software and advanced Excel skills
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Experience managing multiple entities and complex ownership structures
Preferred
Experience with property acquisitions, dispositions, or development projects
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities
Strong leadership skills and a collaborative mindset
High integrity and commitment to accuracy in financial reporting
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Company-Paid Short Term/Long Term Disability
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Stock Ownership
401(k)
Sabbatical Program
Company
Balke Brown Transwestern
Balke Brown Transwestern is one of the largest commercial real estate firms
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Steve Brown
President & CEO
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