Controller

Job Description

Robert Half Management Resources is currently looking for an experienced Real Estate/Property Management Controller to support a small real estate company in Columbus, Ohio. This contract-to-permanent position offers the opportunity to lead core accounting operations, partner closely with ownership, and support financial activities tied to property management and real estate development efforts. Prior experience with real estate/property management accounting, project pro formas, and Quickbooks strongly desired. This role will start as a contract, with potential for conversion after a few months. Role is 100% onsite at the client's office in Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the company’s accounting function, ensuring accurate records, timely reporting, and strong oversight of daily financial activity.

• Direct accounting processes connected to property management operations, including review of transactions and maintenance of organized financial data.

• Manage bank draw activity and coordinate supporting documentation to meet lender requirements and project needs.

• Produce financial statements and related reporting packages for banking partners and internal stakeholders.

• Prepare partner tax support documents, including K-1-related information, in coordination with external advisors as needed.

• Support development planning by assisting with financial models and project pro formas for upcoming initiatives.

• Oversee month-end close activities, including journal entry review, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analysis.

• Supervise and guide one accounting support team member, delegating transactional work and reviewing output for accuracy.• 7+ years of accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility within a controller or senior accounting capacity.

• Proficiency with QuickBooks is required.

• Demonstrated experience preparing financial statements, completing reconciliations, and managing month-end close.

• Strong knowledge of journal entries, balance sheet review, and general ledger accuracy.

• Background in property management or real estate accounting is preferred; construction accounting experience is also highly relevant.

• Familiarity with bank draws, partner reporting, and K-1 preparation is strongly preferred.

• Ability to work effectively in a fully onsite environment and operate successfully within a small business setting.