Corporate controller job description
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Corporate controller requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in corporate controller job postings.
Sample corporate controller requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
- CPA or CMA certification.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems and financial reporting software.
- Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Sample required corporate controller soft skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized with a keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Corporate controller job description example 1
Cantor Fitzgerald corporate controller job description
Reporting to Portfolio Manager/Ownership, responsible for financial and/or accounting duties of a complex nature in accordance with property management and corporate requirements and procedures. Responsible for assisting in monthly financial reviews, annual budgeting, CAM, and Tax reconciliations. Also, will be responsible for Lease Abstracts, auditing, and other areas of a corporate financial reporting nature.
Review or prepare Lease abstracts when necessary for new and updated tenants when required, review leases to ensure correct rents are being charged.
Assist Property Managers in analyzing monthly property financial reports for accuracy. Review monthly variances with managers.
Provide support and assistance to property accountants and managers as relates to calculation, reconciliations and billing of tenant real estate tax and CAM, other accounting, and financial reporting issues.
Provide support with monthly forecasting, play an active role in analyzing and preparation of annual budgets in conjunction with managers.
Prepare state sales tax reporting as necessary. Participate in client financial audits as requested. Monitor the closing process to assure that all activities are completed as scheduled and /or necessary to provide reporting as required for all properties accounted for in the New York accounting department. Advise appropriate management of all delays or problems encountered therein. Provide meaningful input and feedback to the Assistant Regional Controller regarding the performance of the property accountants. Assist the Assistant Regional Controller in the establishment of new properties, as assigned, including setting up of new bank accounts. Demonstrate high level of customer service with client contacts and internal team.
Corporate Responsibilities: Responsible for Corporate accounting and reporting functions. Prepare billing for property and asset management fees. Review and approve broker commissions and payments. Assist Clients with investment reporting and capital management.
Skills, Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or finance required, CPA preferable. Minimum of 5 years of previous property management accounting or financial experience. Must possess strong understanding of all financial and operational reporting requirements and property management procedures. Experience with property accounting systems (Yardi, MRI) preferred. Must handle multiple tasks, manage time effectively, and establish priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced and changing team environment. Perform additional job duties and support special projects as assigned. Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
Review or prepare Lease abstracts when necessary for new and updated tenants when required, review leases to ensure correct rents are being charged.
Assist Property Managers in analyzing monthly property financial reports for accuracy. Review monthly variances with managers.
Provide support and assistance to property accountants and managers as relates to calculation, reconciliations and billing of tenant real estate tax and CAM, other accounting, and financial reporting issues.
Provide support with monthly forecasting, play an active role in analyzing and preparation of annual budgets in conjunction with managers.
Prepare state sales tax reporting as necessary. Participate in client financial audits as requested. Monitor the closing process to assure that all activities are completed as scheduled and /or necessary to provide reporting as required for all properties accounted for in the New York accounting department. Advise appropriate management of all delays or problems encountered therein. Provide meaningful input and feedback to the Assistant Regional Controller regarding the performance of the property accountants. Assist the Assistant Regional Controller in the establishment of new properties, as assigned, including setting up of new bank accounts. Demonstrate high level of customer service with client contacts and internal team.
Corporate Responsibilities: Responsible for Corporate accounting and reporting functions. Prepare billing for property and asset management fees. Review and approve broker commissions and payments. Assist Clients with investment reporting and capital management.
Skills, Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or finance required, CPA preferable. Minimum of 5 years of previous property management accounting or financial experience. Must possess strong understanding of all financial and operational reporting requirements and property management procedures. Experience with property accounting systems (Yardi, MRI) preferred. Must handle multiple tasks, manage time effectively, and establish priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced and changing team environment. Perform additional job duties and support special projects as assigned. Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Corporate controller job description example 2
BGC Partners corporate controller job description
Reporting to Portfolio Manager/Ownership, responsible for financial and/or accounting duties of a complex nature in accordance with property management and corporate requirements and procedures. Responsible for assisting in monthly financial reviews, annual budgeting, CAM, and Tax reconciliations. Also, will be responsible for Lease Abstracts, auditing, and other areas of a corporate financial reporting nature.
Review or prepare Lease abstracts when necessary for new and updated tenants when required, review leases to ensure correct rents are being charged.
Assist Property Managers in analyzing monthly property financial reports for accuracy. Review monthly variances with managers.
Provide support and assistance to property accountants and managers as relates to calculation, reconciliations and billing of tenant real estate tax and CAM, other accounting, and financial reporting issues.
Provide support with monthly forecasting, play an active role in analyzing and preparation of annual budgets in conjunction with managers.
Prepare state sales tax reporting as necessary. Participate in client financial audits as requested. Monitor the closing process to assure that all activities are completed as scheduled and /or necessary to provide reporting as required for all properties accounted for in the New York accounting department. Advise appropriate management of all delays or problems encountered therein. Provide meaningful input and feedback to the Assistant Regional Controller regarding the performance of the property accountants. Assist the Assistant Regional Controller in the establishment of new properties, as assigned, including setting up of new bank accounts. Demonstrate high level of customer service with client contacts and internal team.
Corporate Responsibilities: Responsible for Corporate accounting and reporting functions. Prepare billing for property and asset management fees. Review and approve broker commissions and payments. Assist Clients with investment reporting and capital management.
Skills, Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or finance required, CPA preferable. Minimum of 5 years of previous property management accounting or financial experience. Must possess strong understanding of all financial and operational reporting requirements and property management procedures. Experience with property accounting systems (Yardi, MRI) preferred. Must handle multiple tasks, manage time effectively, and establish priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced and changing team environment. Perform additional job duties and support special projects as assigned. Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
Review or prepare Lease abstracts when necessary for new and updated tenants when required, review leases to ensure correct rents are being charged.
Assist Property Managers in analyzing monthly property financial reports for accuracy. Review monthly variances with managers.
Provide support and assistance to property accountants and managers as relates to calculation, reconciliations and billing of tenant real estate tax and CAM, other accounting, and financial reporting issues.
Provide support with monthly forecasting, play an active role in analyzing and preparation of annual budgets in conjunction with managers.
Prepare state sales tax reporting as necessary. Participate in client financial audits as requested. Monitor the closing process to assure that all activities are completed as scheduled and /or necessary to provide reporting as required for all properties accounted for in the New York accounting department. Advise appropriate management of all delays or problems encountered therein. Provide meaningful input and feedback to the Assistant Regional Controller regarding the performance of the property accountants. Assist the Assistant Regional Controller in the establishment of new properties, as assigned, including setting up of new bank accounts. Demonstrate high level of customer service with client contacts and internal team.
Corporate Responsibilities: Responsible for Corporate accounting and reporting functions. Prepare billing for property and asset management fees. Review and approve broker commissions and payments. Assist Clients with investment reporting and capital management.
Skills, Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or finance required, CPA preferable. Minimum of 5 years of previous property management accounting or financial experience. Must possess strong understanding of all financial and operational reporting requirements and property management procedures. Experience with property accounting systems (Yardi, MRI) preferred. Must handle multiple tasks, manage time effectively, and establish priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced and changing team environment. Perform additional job duties and support special projects as assigned. Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Corporate controller job description example 3
Vegas.com corporate controller job description
We are fueled by our goal to be #1 in sales and service in the communities we serve while redefining the car buying experience and delivering personalized customer service to our guests. We believe in empowering our employees to delight our customers, by fostering an entrepreneurial and creative culture. If you are an out-of-the box thinker, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity - we want to hear from you!
If you have experience in hospitality, guest services, or just simply love making customers happy, we'd like to help you translate those skills into a successful career in the retail automotive business.
How You Will Make an Impact
We serve a customer base seeking luxury, value, and world-class service. As a Corporate Controller, you will build and lead an accounting team that will encompass many parts of our business. You and your team will primarily support non-dealership operations (including Real Estate and Operating Businesses), consolidation financial statements, and develop/manage an audit team to create controls and provide guidance for all levels of management. You will directly impact our organizational efficiency and our ability to effectively achieve our financial goals.
What Winning Looks Like:
Demonstrating a high "HQ" (Hospitality Quotient) consisting of kindness & optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity Demonstrates expertise in two or more of the following areas of accounting:
- Real Estate Accounting - Manufacturing or Cost Accounting - Installment Contract Accounting and Operations - Private Equity or Family Office Partnership Accounting - Corporate Consolidations - Debt Reporting
Effectively Manages intercompany debt documentation and payment Shows technical proficiency while building, leading and managing a variety of non-dealership accounting related needs Uses strong analytical, financial modeling, and presentation skills to prepare and present information effectively to decision makers. Perform other duties as assigned
Skills Needed to Win:
Previous experience in Public Accounting at a Manager Level or Higher OR experience as a controller for a manufacturer, REIT, or PE firm. Proficient with Microsoft Dynamics Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, or Google Docs/Sheets/Slides Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited college/university Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent team building, mentoring, and leadership abilities Federal or State tax experience a plus Automotive Industry experience a plus Passed CPA exam a plus
About Us
We were founded in 2014 in Wilsonville, OR. Swickard has positioned itself as a leader in highline brands such as Mercedes Benz, Toyota, Lexus, Porsche, Audi, and Jaguar-Land Rover among others. We have over 2,000 employees at 28 dealerships in 5 states...and we are still growing! We were ranked as the 2nd fastest growing auto-group in 2021 by Automotive News We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success. We are a hospitality company that happens to be in the automotive industry.
Benefits of Working at Swickard:
Ongoing training and support Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, inclusion and belonging at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristics protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.
Competitive benefits package
:
Insurance: medical, dental, vision, life and pet insurance Optional disability coverage 401k plan Paid Holidays PTO
To all recruitment agencies: Swickard does not accept agency resumes. Do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Swickard employees. Swickard is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
If you have experience in hospitality, guest services, or just simply love making customers happy, we'd like to help you translate those skills into a successful career in the retail automotive business.
How You Will Make an Impact
We serve a customer base seeking luxury, value, and world-class service. As a Corporate Controller, you will build and lead an accounting team that will encompass many parts of our business. You and your team will primarily support non-dealership operations (including Real Estate and Operating Businesses), consolidation financial statements, and develop/manage an audit team to create controls and provide guidance for all levels of management. You will directly impact our organizational efficiency and our ability to effectively achieve our financial goals.
What Winning Looks Like:
Demonstrating a high "HQ" (Hospitality Quotient) consisting of kindness & optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity Demonstrates expertise in two or more of the following areas of accounting:
- Real Estate Accounting - Manufacturing or Cost Accounting - Installment Contract Accounting and Operations - Private Equity or Family Office Partnership Accounting - Corporate Consolidations - Debt Reporting
Effectively Manages intercompany debt documentation and payment Shows technical proficiency while building, leading and managing a variety of non-dealership accounting related needs Uses strong analytical, financial modeling, and presentation skills to prepare and present information effectively to decision makers. Perform other duties as assigned
Skills Needed to Win:
Previous experience in Public Accounting at a Manager Level or Higher OR experience as a controller for a manufacturer, REIT, or PE firm. Proficient with Microsoft Dynamics Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, or Google Docs/Sheets/Slides Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited college/university Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent team building, mentoring, and leadership abilities Federal or State tax experience a plus Automotive Industry experience a plus Passed CPA exam a plus
About Us
We were founded in 2014 in Wilsonville, OR. Swickard has positioned itself as a leader in highline brands such as Mercedes Benz, Toyota, Lexus, Porsche, Audi, and Jaguar-Land Rover among others. We have over 2,000 employees at 28 dealerships in 5 states...and we are still growing! We were ranked as the 2nd fastest growing auto-group in 2021 by Automotive News We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success. We are a hospitality company that happens to be in the automotive industry.
Benefits of Working at Swickard:
Ongoing training and support Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, inclusion and belonging at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristics protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.
Competitive benefits package
:
Insurance: medical, dental, vision, life and pet insurance Optional disability coverage 401k plan Paid Holidays PTO
To all recruitment agencies: Swickard does not accept agency resumes. Do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Swickard employees. Swickard is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024