Cortland Partners UNAVAILABLE , GA 30096
Posted 1 week ago
Intro
At Cortland, you map the story of your success. We don't adhere to the status quo, we love outside industry perspective, and we thrive on exploring possibilities and reimagining solutions. As an innovative leader in multifamily, our high performance continues to drive exponential growth - and we invite you to join us on our journey towards real estate excellence. With tools and guidance to sharpen your skills, you can forge your own career path, love what you do, and let it show.
Job Overview
As an Assistant Corporate Controller, you support the overall accounting, reporting, and operations of the Cortland enterprise. Here are the roles you'll play:
Roles You Will Play
The Manager
Lead and manage a dynamic team of full cycle accountants. Responsible for hiring, training and staff development
Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes for designated corporate entities and departments
Review assigned financials and reconciliations to ensure accuracy
The Collaborator
Assist in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP along with preparations for audit and tax filings
Work closely with the Corporate Controller and Vice President of Corporate Accounting to achieve a wide variety of goals
Work jointly with business partners on the rollout of corporate initiatives
The Creator
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Ad hoc projects focusing on process creation and improvements
The Impact You Can Make
Investors, colleagues, and partners alike have absolute confidence in our financial statements because of your leadership, adherence to accounting rules and company policy, and precise attention to detail.
Your team operates like a well-oiled machine and consistently meets expectations because of your leadership. The associates you guide experience personal and professional growth.
The Corporate Accounting Team is running with maximum efficiency thanks to your ability to delegate tasks and improve workflow processes. As a result, the team can absorb new workflows and contribute to the business at large.
Building Blocks of Success
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; CPA is a plus
5+ years in the accounting field (real estate accounting a plus) with working knowledge of GAAP
2+ years of managerial experience
Strong supervisory and management skills
Strong independent decision-making ability, analytical and problem-solving skills
Great time management and ability to meet deadlines
Very good communication and interpersonal skills
Well-organized and ability to prioritize
Working knowledge of MS Office (especially excel) and accounting software programs; RealPage experience is a plus
Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting etc.)
Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
Outro
At Cortland, we create, reimagine, and manage apartment communities for residents nationwide. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, we have communities and regional offices all over the country, as well as overseas. From product design and procurement to general contracting and property management, we do it all - to make sure our communities are the perfect setting for living life to its fullest.
Our success is fueled by our belief in a better life - where hospitality is always a given, each detail is worth a second thought, and every open door is a new opportunity to go beyond expectations. We come to work every day to create possibilities for people - possibilities that translate into superior living spaces and experiences designed to inspire our residents, associates, and investors to live a better life focused on what matters most to them.
Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website, please email talentresources@cortland.com or call 404.965.3988.
Cortland is a drug-free workplace.
Cortland participates in e-verify to verify the employment status of
all persons hired to work in the United States.
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