Controller POST NUMBER: 456921

Job Description: Controller - Real Estate Private Equity

We're looking for a highly skilled and strategic Controller to lead the financial operations for our client, a dynamic real estate private equity firm in Newark, NJ. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a strong background in real estate finance and a proven ability to manage complex financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance functions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Management:

• Lead all aspects of the accounting and finance functions, from preparing monthly and annual financial statements (GAAP) to managing general ledger operations.

• Manage financial consolidation across multiple entities and ensure timely, accurate reporting for lenders, including debt covenant compliance.

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to protect assets and ensure the integrity of financial data.

Strategic Planning & Analysis:

• Drive the annual budgeting process and create rolling forecasts and cash flow projections.

• Provide executive leadership with insightful analysis on financial performance, identifying key trends and offering strategic recommendations.

• Work closely with operational teams to align financial plans with overall business goals.

Debt & Treasury Oversight:

• Manage all debt-related activities, including schedules, interest accruals, and amortization.

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with banks, lenders, and other financial partners.

• Ensure full compliance with all loan agreements and reporting requirements.

Compliance & Auditing:

• Lead the coordination of annual financial audits and lender reviews.

• Ensure the firm's adherence to all tax, regulatory, and lender obligations.

• Oversee the documentation and processes that support external audits and due diligence.

Team Leadership:

• Mentor and lead the accounting team, fostering a culture of professional growth and collaboration.

• Champion process improvements to enhance the efficiency and scalability of the finance department.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team, providing expert guidance on all financial matters.