Jobbörse

Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States

The Controller provides strategic leadership for corporate, property, and fund financial accounting and reporting. They are responsible for delivering accurate, useful, and high-quality financial information to both internal executive leadership and external institutional investors. The Controller oversees the full financial life cycle, including the management of payroll and cross-departmental coordination, while ensuring all financial activities remain compliant with Limited Partnership Agreements ("LPA") and complex investment structures. This role directs corporate and property accounting operations, leading the team through the financial close process, external audit management, and tax planning initiatives. By driving operational efficiency and financial stewardship, the Controller ensures that our accounting practices support the firm's investment objectives and growth.

• Responsible for oversight of accounting for the corporate entities, including trial balances, journal entries, reconciliations, etc.
• Owns the production of quarterly and annual investor reporting packages, ensuring compliance with LPA reporting requirements and transparency standards
• Assists with managing all depository and credit relationships with the company's banks, including approval of wire and ACH files
• Assists with financial analysis and special projects as needed, such as technology tools, cyber security assessment and preparation of fund offering documents
• Provides budgeting support and cash flow planning to the executive team
• Prepares monthly forecasting and variance reports
• Is the primary liaison with external auditors for annual GAAP reporting for funds, 401(k) plan, and other miscellaneous audit requests
• Drafts annual audited financial statements and prepares/review supporting schedules under audit
• Prepares and reviews confirmation requests from investors based on audited financials
• Serves as primary liaison with external tax accountants for preparation of tax trial balances, entries, returns, and planning files
• Partners with the Investor Relations department for tax accounting related communications to Investors
• Oversight of sales, use, income and other taxes for the department
• Oversee the calculation and documentation of management fees in accordance with Limited Partnership Agreements
• Assists with fund and co-investment tax return preparation

• Provides leadership and oversight of the property accounting team, including setting goals for team members that align with company objectives
• Ensures timely and accurate delivery of property financial statements through the property accounting team
• Fosters intra-departmental coordination and cooperation between property, corporate and payroll teams to support company objectives

• Responsible for the oversight of payroll department and bi-weekly payroll runs
• Partners with Benefits and Human Resources to resolve payroll related employment issues
• Serves as primary liaison with third-party payroll processor for preparation of weekly payroll documents and reporting

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements, specifically regarding Fair Value Accounting (ASC 820) and Investment Company Accounting (ASC 946)
• Deep understanding of investment fund accounting, including capital account maintenance and management fee calculations
• Demonstrated experience managing audits and working with external auditors
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Public accounting experience (audit or tax)
• Leadership role within a Private Equity, Investment Management, or Real Estate environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar)
• Strong systems and data analysis capabilities with experience in data migration, system implementations, or improving automated reporting workflows to enhance the efficiency of the month-end close
• Builds strong cross-functional partnerships and maintains a service-oriented mindset
• Demonstrates responsiveness, accountability, and follow-through
• Encourages team collaboration and continuous improvement
• Effectively balances strategic priorities with operational execution
• Strategic thinking and financial leadership
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Executive-level communication and influencing skills
• Financial stewardship and risk management
• Ability to lead change and drive process improvement
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive work environment

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

Perks/Benefits:

At GR we recognize that exceptional people need exceptional rewards. Beyond our competitive total compensation packages, your schedule at GR will provide you with a quality of life that is difficult to achieve within hospitality or hotel roles. Additionally, our benefits package reflects our respect for workplace contributions, professional goals and personal priorities.

Griffis Residential offers the following benefits to full time Associates:

• 11 paid holidays per year including floating holidays
• Up to 16 hours of volunteer time off
• Minimum of 120 hours (3 weeks) of paid time off (PTO) accrual starting immediately for new hires
• Medical insurance program options
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• Company paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance for Associate (1x your annual base earnings up to a maximum of $350,000)
• Voluntary Life/AD&D insurance for Associate, spouse, and children
• Company paid short and long term disability program
• Group accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital care plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid New Parent Leave (up to 6 weeks of 100% wage replacement for primary caregivers and 2 weeks 100% wage replacement for secondary caregiver)
• Generous tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Associate Referral Award Program of $1,000
• PTO Donation Program
• PTO Exchange for Student Loan Repayment Program
• Wellness Program including reimbursement for fitness and mindfulness memberships/subscriptions
• Associate discount program for travel, hotels, cell phones, pet insurance, and everyday items
• Associate Recognition Programs
• Griffis Residential 401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Onsite Associate Bonus Program
• Corporate Associate Bonus Program
• Rental Discount of 20%-50%

Salary Range

$180,000 - $200,000 USD

This position will remain open for a minimum of 3 days and may close at any time thereafter without notice.