Controller

American Capital Group

The Role

Overview

Lead corporate and fund accounting for multifamily real estate projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • financial reporting
  • close management
  • budget forecast
  • systems automation
  • treasury management
  • fund accounting

Tasks

-Model scenarios for new initiatives, developments, and capital allocation. -Oversee tax compliance and coordinate filings with external advisors. -Ensure GAAP compliance and integrity of all financial data and statements. -Maintain chart of accounts architecture enabling entity and consolidated reporting. -Partner with leadership on annual budgets, forecasts, and multi-year plans. -Serve as a strategic partner to the CFO, translating analyses into actionable decisions. -Produce investor/lender reporting packages and handle financial inquiries. -Own monthly/quarterly/annual close; drive timely, accurate consolidations and eliminations. -Coordinate external audits, reviews, and third-party administrator/lender requests. -Design and enforce internal controls, approval hierarchies, and segregation of duties. -Analyze revenue, costs, overhead, and margins; deliver insights to improve profitability. -Ensure debt covenant compliance and accurate financing reporting. -Build, mentor, and structure high-performing corporate/property/fund accounting teams. -Improve systems (e.g., Intacct/Yardi), integrations, automation, and data integrity. -Lead corporate and fund accounting across multi-entity real estate structures. -Prepare consolidated financials for all entities and affiliated ventures. -Provide variance analysis and commentary versus budget/forecast. -Manage treasury: banking relationships, cash forecasting, intercompany funding. -Oversee fund accounting: capital calls, distributions, allocations, promote/waterfalls. -Monitor company and project-level cash flow and liquidity needs.

Requirements

  • cpa
  • gaap
  • excel
  • power bi
  • sage
  • 10+ years

What You Bring

-Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and high attention to detail. -On-Site Requirement: This position requires physical presence at our corporate office during office hours. -Proven success in improving accounting processes, efficiency, and data transparency. -Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. -Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. -Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with multiple company departments. -Advanced understanding of GAAP, consolidation accounting, and fund-level financial reporting. -Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting is required. -Strong understanding of institutional investor and lender requirements, including audit, compliance, and financial covenant reporting. -Knowledge of real estate tax accounting, cost segregation, and partnership structures. -Experience with BI and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) preferred. -Strong understanding of fund waterfalls, investor reporting, and promote structures. -Proven ability to analyze complex financial data and communicate insights effectively to senior leadership. -10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, preferably within real estate development, investment management, or fund administration. -Proficiency in accounting software (Sage, Intacct, or Yardi) and Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Excel skills required. -Experience leading ERP implementations or system upgrades.

Benefits

-Schedule – Monday – Friday 7am to 4pm - Flexibility to work additional hours may be required to meet company/project needs. -Competitive starting wages (listed above). -Paid sick leave accrual equivalent to 1.33 hours for every 30 hours worked (~11 days per year). -Paid vacation starting at three weeks and increasing with tenure. -Compensation Package– -14 paid holidays, including 2 personal holidays of your choice. -Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits. Employer pays 85% of employee’s premium. -A positive work environment where employee’s contributions are valued. -A fun culture with team building activities and events. -Comprehensive training programs and development opportunities. -401k contribution opportunity with an annual company match. -$160,000 to $180,000 / Year

The Company

About American Capital Group

-The company focuses on providing strategic capital to drive growth and support large-scale projects. -Known for its extensive experience across a broad range of industries, from energy to real estate. -Key areas of specialization include industrial development, infrastructure projects, and residential real estate. -The firm has funded projects that have reshaped urban landscapes, including high-rise commercial properties and mixed-use developments. -American Capital Group's portfolio features a diverse mix of both emerging and established markets, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for ambitious projects. -Their strong financial expertise enables the company to identify and capitalize on opportunities in both stable and volatile market conditions.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Workforce Housing

Affordable Housing

Interview Process

-complete an online assessment test. -preliminary virtual interview with hr. -additional virtual and/or on-site interviews with hiring manager(s).

Security Clearance

-undergo a background check and 4‑panel drug screening. -may include professional reference checks, credit checks, criminal history reviews, social media screenings, and verification of education, certifications, and employment.