Financial Controller

52TEN•Scottsdale, AZ

7d•$140,000 - $180,000•Remote

About The Position

As we continue to scale our national portfolio, we are seeking a Financial Controller to lead the accounting function and ensure our financial infrastructure remains accurate, scalable, and investor-grade. This role will oversee financial reporting, month-end close, investor distributions, and the accounting team while supporting leadership with reliable financial insights. The Controller will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of our financial statements, improving accounting processes, and building systems that support continued portfolio growth. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, systems-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, accountability, and collaboration are essential.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
10+ years of progressive accounting or financial management experience
Real estate or property management accounting experience required
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Experience managing multi-entity accounting environments
Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills
Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting software

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license strongly preferred
Experience with property management accounting systems such as Rent Manager
Experience in process improvement and accounting system optimization
Familiarity with real estate investment structures and property-level financials

Responsibilities

Lead the month-end and year-end close processes in accordance with GAAP.
Maintain accurate financial reporting across multiple property and fund entities.
Oversee consolidation of property, fund, and corporate financial statements.
Ensure balance sheet integrity through disciplined reconciliation and review processes.
Partner with the operations team to provide financial insights that support data-driven decision-making and park-level performance improvements.
Collaborate with acquisitions and underwriting teams by providing historical operating insights and cost benchmarks to inform acquisition assumptions.
Oversee quarterly investor distributions and financial reporting.
Support cash flow reporting and forecasting alongside the Fractional CFO and leadership team.
Maintain strong internal controls and accounting processes to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors to support annual filings and investor K-1 reporting.
Lead and mentor the accounting team while fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.
Build scalable processes, documentation, and workflows to support continued growth.