Controller

Description

Job Overview :

The position of Controller is a key position within a dynamic team serving one of the premier Master Planned housing communities in the nation. The right candidate will be an independent self-starter and will be curious and able to perform research to find creative solutions to complex challenges. Under the direction of the Sun Lakes Executive General Manager, this position is responsible for the financial aspects of Sun Lakes as outlined in the essential duties and responsibilities

Compensation : $85-105K

FirstService Residential will compensate the successful candidate in accordance with the posted range. The salary or wage paid to the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience, education, and specific job responsibilities. For positions designated at a client's property, the salary or wage will also be premised upon the client's directive. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Job Responsibility :

• Under the direction of the Sun Lakes Executive General Manager (EGM), the Controller is responsible for many financial aspects that include the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
• Collect analyze and interpret financial data information to determine trends to guide the EGM and Board of Directors in the development of the budget and monitoring of the budget, both expenditures and revenue to include variance and bad debt analysis.
• Analyze financial information to evaluate present and future financial performance, identify trends and recommend related adjustments to the budget and multiyear forecast.
• Financial modeling to evaluate various expense and assessment assumptions.
• Contribute information to strategic financial planning, resolving problems, and identifying system improvements.
• Prepare reports including, but not limited to, Income and Expense portion of Monthly Reports, Annual Year-to-Date Expenses Projections and Monthly Variance Report.
• Interface with FirstService Residential Corporate Accounting department to secure and prepare reports for use in analysis of forecasts and business performance.
• Work with the Sun Lakes’ Staff Team, Corporate Team, and the Financial Advisory Committee to coordinate and prepare annual Sun Lakes’ budget.
• Responsible to ensure that budget package is mailed to the homeowner members in compliance with Civil Code.
• Review financial statements from Corporate Accounting to ensure journal entries, general ledger, and account payable and receivable are accurate.
• Prepare monthly Key Indicator Reports (KIP) that provide the Community with an informed snapshot of Sun Lakes’ financial performance at a given moment in time.
• Support cost control initiatives and reporting.
• Monitors functions related to accounts payable and receivable
• Ensures that the annual audit prepared by a professional auditor is completed on time and mailed to the homeowner membership according to Civil Code. Provide support to the auditor as necessary
• Assist the Executive General Manager in his Staff liaison role with the Finance Advisory Committee including preparing Committee Meeting Agenda, Reports, and packet
• Assist the Executive General Manager with Preparation of Board Agenda Reports related to financial components.
• Assist the Executive General Manager with Coordination of investments with the Sun Lakes’ investment advisor
• May participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure all safety precautions are followed while performing the work.
• Follow all policies and Standard Operating Procedures as instructed by Management.
• Perform any range of special projects, tasks and other related duties as assigned.
• Practice and adhere to FirstService Residential Global Service Standards.
• Conduct business at all times with the highest standards of personal, professional and ethical conduct.
• Perform or assist with any operations as required to maintain workflow and to meet schedules. Notify supervision of unusual equipment or operating problems and the need for additional material and supplies.
• May participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure all safety precautions are followed while performing the work.
• Follow all policies and Standard Operating Procedures as instructed by Management.
• Perform any range of special projects, tasks and other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Education and Experience :

Physical Requirements and Working Environment :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibility :

Tools and Equipment Used :

Travel :

What We Offer :

About Us :

FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.

Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development.

Experience exceptional service with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.

To learn more about our company and culture, please visit www.fsresidential.com / california

Disclaimer :

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Qualified applicants with arrest and / or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances.

All offers of employment with FirstService Residential are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.