Controller

Enriching lives through investment and service is the mission at the core of everything we do at Holladay. The Controller supports this mission by being responsible for the direct supervision of all accounting and financial functions for our third-party managed portfolio. Primary responsibilities include the supervision of the accounting team; the monthly close process; the monthly rent and annual CAM invoicing, monthly general ledger reconciliation, monthly and ad hoc reporting, coordinate the annual budget process, and provide strategic leadership to the accounting managers, portfolio accountants and accounting assistants. The Controller is a highly visible position within our organization and to our clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Leadership of professional accounting group: Communication, timely feedback, setting strategic direction, and support efforts of accounting group to achieve that direction
• Coordination / preparation of the annual budget process
• Quality control monitoring of critical accounting functions
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures of client / employer
• Review monthly accounting close process including analytical review of the monthly operating results to ensure accurate accounting records are maintained
• Preparation of monthly financial statements and variance explanations
• Perform cash projections to effectively manage cash balances and necessary balances for distributions
• Ensure the accuracy and permitted reimbursements from clients and perform those in a timely manner.
• Review of expenses incurred to ensure that those expenditures are appropriate and accurate
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures such as invoice processing, cash management, and calculation of fees
• Implement, document, and maintain adequate and effective internal controls
• Implement, document, and maintain up to date procedures manuals for accounting group
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations
• Accurate and timely production of all financial information
• Proper analytical review of the asset operations from a balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow perspective as well as from the overall management of the organization.
• Other duties as necessary

Qualifications:

• Bachelors and/or Master’s Degree in relevant field
• C.P.A. is preferred but not required
• Five (5) years’ experience in the accounting and finance sector, preferably in a position equivalent to controller in the real estate industry
• Previous supervisory experience
• Strong experience in both the private and public accounting sectors is preferred but not required
• Complete recognition of the importance of customer service
• Credibility, ethical, full disclosure, and clean financial history
• Confidential, understands the ethical standards
• Ability to handle payroll including the mental conflicts that are associated with this responsibility
• Conscientious about timeliness of assignments and quality of work product
• Accountable for specific performance
• Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate recommendations in a concise and timely manner
• Able to handle multiple tasks and maintain control and order over same
• Good GAAP and financial reporting technical skills
• Exceptional computer skills in the operation and functioning of all programs used by the organization, i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; and MRI (Intuit real estate accounting software)
• Able to analyze, organize, summarize, and articulate complex legal and financial information
• Good command of the English language and be able to proofread work
• Able to read and interpret agreements, then implement the relevant provisions of these agreements
• Detailed, organized and communicative
• Understanding, yet persuasive and decisive when dealing with others in the organization
• Responsive team player with ability to quickly prioritize among numerous pressing tasks
• Task and goal oriented and capable of functioning in an entrepreneurial and corporate setting
• Exceptional work ethic

Holladay Mission and Values: All associates are expected to live Holladay’s Mission and Values in their everyday interactions with each other, external clients, and stakeholders as defined below:

Mission: Enriching lives through investment and service

ENRICH Values:

Entrepreneurial – We are empowered to dream and take risks, to challenge conventional wisdom and demand continuous improvement, to innovate, create, and inspire change.

Nurture – We encourage and support the growth and development of each other, our clients, and our communities.

Respect - We recognize and acknowledge the inherent value of others.

Integrity – We do the right thing. We exhibit a consistently high moral compass.

Community – We are a family. We have fun, serve others, and freely give of our resources. We recognize our responsibility to make our communities and world a better place.

Health - We support the physical, financial, and professional health and well-being of each other and those we serve.

Position Competencies

• Service to Employees: Treats other employees with respect and dignity and acts as a positive member of the team; establishes and maintains effective relationships
• Service to Clients: Provides high level of service to clients in all situations; strives to meet and exceed client expectations; establishes and maintains effective relationships
• Service to Tenants: Provides high level of service to tenants in all situations; strives to meet and exceed tenant expectations; establishes and maintains effective relationships
• Attention to Detail: Able to “zoom in” to detail quickly and accurately; checks information, picks up inconsistencies and mistakes; can make detailed comparisons between similar sources
• Time Management: Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently; concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; gets more done in less time than others; can attend to a broader range of activities; effectively prioritizes tasks
• Effective Communication: Is able to clearly and succinctly communicate in a variety of settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect
• Composure: Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn’t show frustration when resisted or blocked
• Employee Engagement: Cultivate a working environment where employees are involved in, committed to, and enthusiastic about their work and the organization
• Employee Development: Support employees in gaining the knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to develop their talents and use their strengths to achieve proficiency and excellence in their roles
• Employee Performance Management: Help employees meet and exceed the outcomes that the organization expects them to achieve

Compensation:

The Controller compensation will be based on experience and qualifications. This range is subject to local, state, and regional dynamics and may be adjusted up or down depending on market conditions.

Physical Demands:

• Requires extended hours to meet specific monthly or project related due dates

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Provides leadership, instruction, and mentoring to team

Positively supports, directly or indirectly, the relationships of the property management company, the property manager, tenants, vendors and clients

Promotional Opportunity:

Associates with more than twelve (12) months of service may request consideration to transfer to other jobs as vacancies become available and will be considered along with other applicants. To be considered, Associates must have a satisfactory performance record and have no disciplinary actions during the last twelve (12) months. Management retains the discretion to make exceptions to the policy.

This description is not all inclusive and duties will vary depending on specific property being managed.