Controller

Job Description

About Us

Catalyst Development Partners is a boutique real estate firm specializing in the development of luxury multifamily communities throughout the Southeast. With over 100 years of combined experience, our principals have established a strong reputation and proven track record of success. The Catalyst team brings extensive market knowledge, innovative design, and industry leading best practices, while upholding the highest standards of integrity, to our new development projects. 

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controller to join our team. The Controller will manage both corporate level finance and accounting tasks as well as support the finance and operations of active development and construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate accounting, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of success in financial management. The Controller must be able to work independently and as part of a team and adapt to a dynamic and growing environment. 

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day corporate accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management.
• Support development team with processing development draw vendor payments and reconciling the draws to project financial statements.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and compliance with GAAP and industry regulations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports, including consolidated reports.
• Coordinate and review annual partnership and individual tax filings with external tax advisors.
• Prepare and submit annual 1099s and business license filings.
• Collaborate with auditors; field requests, review and distribute audit reports and financials. 
• Process payroll, track employee PTO and benefits; coordinate annual benefits renewals.
• Collaborate with operations on the review of monthly financial statements, funding requests, cash projections, and annual budgets.
• Oversee real estate and personal property tax payments and assessment appeals.
• Update corporate cash projections. 
• Monitor insurance quotes, renewals, and expirations.
• Manage and coordinate acquisition and disposition activities, including insurance, banking, funding, and closing processes. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA certification required. 
• Minimum of 5 years of real estate accounting experience, including real estate development and/or construction accounting experience.
• Understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to effectively interact with colleagues, investors, clients, and external partners.
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.