About this position
Purpose:
The Assistant Controller plays a key leadership role in the accounting function of Heritage Real Estate Company, with responsibility for financial reporting, billing, internal controls, cash flow forecasting, and staff supervision. This role supports multiple commercial real estate holdings including Class A office buildings, specialty retail, and development projects. Success in this position is measured by the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, operational support across departments, and the effective supervision and development of accounting staff.
The ideal candidate is:
- A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
- Highly detail-oriented and organized
- Self-motivated, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure
- Professional, discreet, and solutions-focused
- A collaborative team player who enjoys mentoring others and cross-functional work
Primary Responsibilities:
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports in accordance with GAAP, including variance analysis and account reconciliations
- Oversee and/or prepare bank reconciliations, monthly billing, A/R, A/P, fixed assets and depreciation, and mortgage payments
- Supervise and mentor accounting and AP/AR staff
- Utilize Yardi construction cost tracking and assist in the preparation of construction loan draws
- Prepare property operating expense reconciliation schedules
- Collaborate with Property Management, Leasing, and Development teams
- Assist with cash flow projections, forecasts, and annual budgets
- Support loan compliance including quarterly/annual reporting and escrow/reserve reviews
- File NM Gross Receipts tax returns and oversee annual 1099 reporting
- Prepare year-end tax packages for review and submission to tax preparers
- Stay current with accounting best practices through workshops or publications
- Perform other duties as assigned
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Salary Information
$90000 - $100000
Annual Salary
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred but not required
- Minimum of 5 years of accounting/finance experience, ideally in commercial real estate or construction
- Experience with Yardi software preferred
- Treasury/cash management experience preferred
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Advanced financial analysis skills with minimal supervision
- Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable vehicle