Controller

***This is an onsite working arrangement

Who you are

As the Controller in New York (Avenue of the Americas - 6th Avenue), you are responsible for the direction and supervision of the regional accounting office to provide quality and timely accounting services to our customers. Through planning, supervising, training, and supporting the accounting team, the Assistant Regional Controller improves Colliers’ profitability and achieves its mission.

You bring a positive attitude in everything you do, as demonstrated in strong relationships with your clients and colleagues. You also look for opportunities for continuous improvement by monitoring and reviewing accounting processes and procedures and recommending improvements to increase efficiency and improve internal controls. You’re flexible and can jump in to help others whenever necessary. You enjoy collaborating with other subject matter experts and regional leaders to develop innovative solutions to support our business objectives and growth plans.

What you bring:

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in the commercial real estate industry; mid- large operations of commercial office buildings.
• Bachelors degree
• Proficiency in MRI
• Experience in Lease Administration, reading and understanding complex office and retail lease documents
• Experience in leading and developing high-performing teams

Bonus skills and experience

• Advanced education in accounting; CPA designation is an asset
• Experience with audits, strong understanding of accounting standards
• Real Estate industry accounting experience, including office, industrial and retail properties 

What success looks like:

• An understanding of institutional investment reporting criteria
• You successfully ensure the accuracy and productivity of all property management accounting and financial activities.
• Increases operational efficiency for staffing levels and workloads to maximize efficiencies and profitability for the company.
• Ensures that financial reporting is accurate and that reports are issued on time.
• Effectively coordinates activities with internal or external auditors and others.

Pursuant to the laws regarding job postings where the position is located in, Colliers is disclosing the following information:  

Area/Location Specific: New York City, NY

Approximate Salary Range for this Role: $107,000 - $122,500

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.