Controller

About Us: KCG Companies is a leading vertically integrated real estate development and construction firm specializing in the development of sustainable multifamily housing. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and affordable housing is at the core of everything we do.

Position Summary:The Controller will be a key member of the accounting staff reporting directly to the Vice President of Accounting and working with the head of each department. Their major focus of responsibilities will be overseeing financial reporting, budget to actual reconciliations, invoice processing, corporate account management, overseeing staff accountants, managing pre-development funding, overseeing pre-development budgeting, and managing the consolidation of 2 integrated companies. This position will play a vital role in the overall success of our company. The candidate will need to be a team-oriented, collaborative, detailed individual working within the accounting, development, design, construction and property management departments to ask the right questions, self-motivated, solve problems and provide accurate and timely information to all parties.  This position will also be responsible for overseeing our company’s growth strategy and working on processes to handle the our portfolio.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Consolidate and allocate between our corporate entities
• Complete Monthly Financial Reporting
• Track and oversee invoice processing on our portfolio
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations
• Monitor and record Payroll across all of our entities
• Review Bank Reconciliation
• Monitor Financial Activity
• Monitor Pre-Development budgets and actual costs
• Work with the heads of every department
• Provided support to the Executive Team and all VPs
• Assist with operations management
• Do whatever it takes to continuously improve and streamline processes as appropriate
• Document workflows and best practices
• Prepare and maintain audit schedules

Knowledge and Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting
• 2+ years of experience as a Controller or Assistant Controller
• Experience with consolidated financial statements
• Experience with budgeting and monitoring

Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with a team of professionals across various disciplines.
• Professional and positive interaction with subordinates, peers, and supervisors.
• Maintain a positive attitude and cooperative working relationship with all employees.
• Ability to recognize and manage priorities.
• Demonstrate good judgement in reporting and solving issues.
• Exhibit a “Can Do” Attitude.
• Function independently with minimal supervision while demonstrating good planning skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Show initiative in taking on additional responsibilities as schedule allows.

KCG Values:

• Accountability - We don’t let others let us fail.
• Collaboration - We support each other across departments.
• Entrepreneurship - We work with an ownership mindset; own the work, the problem and the solution. 
• Commitment - We create dynamic communities and foster long-term relationships.
• Transparency - We act responsibly and communicate authentically.

Physical Demands/ Work Environment:

The duties of this position are usually performed in an outdoor setting.  The employee may be exposed to fluctuating outdoor temperatures and other weather conditions while moving from one location to another.  While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, frequently required to stand, walk, sit, or use hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies:

• Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy
• Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences
• Values diversity and promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Treats people with respect and keeps commitments
• Inspires the trust of others
• Works with integrity and ethically
• Upholds organizational values.

Benefits

• Be part of a team that is focused on values and committed to building better lives through better communities. 
• Grow in your career with our development opportunities.
• Thrive in our collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Enjoy our industry-leading benefits package and competitive compensation.
• Know that your work makes a positive impact on the lives of those in our communities.

EEOC Statement: All employment decisions at KCG Companies are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Qualified candidates are recruited without regard to age, race, color, national origin, gender, and sex.

Please note that we do not accept unsolicited submissions from recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted without prior agreement from our HR team will be considered as the property of KCG Companies, and we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidates without any obligation to any third-party recruiter or agency.