Corporate Controller

POSITION SUMMARY

The Corporate Controller oversees all aspects of the accounting and financial reporting for American Real Estate Partners Management ("AREP Management"), the corporate operating company that provides asset management, development management, property management, engineering and accounting services to a portfolio of real estate funds and joint ventures. This position will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting, and audit and tax preparation.  

The Corporate Controller should have demonstrated experience working within a fast-paced operating company booking complex transactions, establishing accounting practices, and ensuring that financial data is consistent, accurate, and timely. This position partners closely with acquisitions, asset management, development, and operations.

The Corporate Controller reports to the Vice President, Accounting & Financial Reporting and has an in-office schedule based in McLean, VA.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management, investors, lenders, and all other respective users timely and in accordance with governing documents and applicable accounting standards.
• Own and maintain the AREP Management corporate budget, including periodic reforecasts and other ad hoc analysis as requested by management.
• Prepare and administer capital calls and distributions from AREP Management.
• Review and interpret legal agreements, including partnership and joint venture agreements, purchase and sale agreements, loan agreements, to determine appropriate accounting treatment.
• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors, tax preparers, and other external partners.
• Evaluate existing internal controls and processes, implement changes as appropriate in collaboration with supervisor.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable related to AREP Management and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Partner with acquisitions, asset management, development and all other departments to ensure accurate financial data is reported by AREP Management.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or additional relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• 10+ years of progressive experience overseeing the accounting for a real estate services/operating company.
• Demonstrated technical accounting expertise around real estate, including analyzing legal documents, preparing waterfall calculations, etc.
• Experience working on complex real estate development transactions with multiple stakeholders and capital sources.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and accounting process design.
• Proficiency in real estate accounting systems (e.g., Yardi) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across functions.
• Strategic thinking and strong technical accounting acumen.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Leadership, team development, and organizational influence.
• Strong judgment in complex and ambiguous situations.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, transaction-driven environment.