Controller at Fairway Management Services

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Financial Reporting, Analytical Skills, Supervisory Skills, Microsoft Office, Excel, Customer Service, Team Management, Budgeting, Tax Preparation, Auditing, RealPage Software, Communication, Decision Making, Performance Management, Standard Operating Procedures

Industry

Real Estate

Description

TITLE: Controller COMPANY: Fairway Management, a subsidiary of JES Holdings, LLC LOCATION: Atlanta, GA Company Overview: At JES Holdings, our company's mission is to develop, build, and manage quality affordable housing, where our families would be proud to live. A key division of JES Holdings, Fairway Management (FWM), is responsible for the management, upkeep, and day to day operations of more than 270 apartment communities and single-family rental subdivisions in the affordable housing market. FWM's team works together to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities. We are driven by our core values of entrepreneurship, integrity, accountability, and our mission to serve our communities. If this opportunity excites you then we encourage you to apply to join us in our mission to provide quality housing where our families would be proud to live. Job Summary: The FWM Controller applies the principles of accounting in analyzing financial information for the Fairway Management portfolio and related entities. The Controller oversees the accounting and accounts payable teams, ensures the timely financial reporting required by internal/external customers and legal mandates, ensures effective communication between all stakeholders, internal or external. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: * Facilitate financial reporting process with assistance from Accounting Manager * Work with Accounting Manager to assist Property Accounting team the preparation of monthly financials for their portfolio * Review financial reports for both property and corporate entities and communicate findings with company/department leaders * Supervise the maintenance of the fixed asset tracking depreciation for managed properties * Partner with Operational teams in reviewing and analyzing financial data * Provide department leaders with data and suggestions for decision making * Oversee Accounting and Accounts Payable teams, including property accountants, corporate accountant, accounts payable, and treasury management. * Directly supervise 4 team members with differing focus * Oversight of personnel matters for direct reports including but not limited to onboarding, training, offboarding, hiring, performance management, etc * Assist Accounting Manager and Accounts Payable Manager with personnel matters for their respective teams * Collaborate with teams to create standard operating procedures to normalize tasks and processes * Organize and facilitate the process for FWM budgets (corporate and property) and work with department leaders for their respective inputs * Supervise and track the assimilation of information for outside tax preparers and auditors * Review tax returns and audit reports * Assist the VP of Accounting and President with projects as needed * All of these duties typically performed under the direction of the VP of Accounting Required Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience consisting of education and experience * Minimum of 5 years work experience in an accounting environment. Minimum of 1 year public accounting experience preferred * Experience in the preparation of financial statements * Advanced knowledge of accounting practices * Analytical ability to compile relevant data into useful information * Prior supervisory/management experience required * Computer and Microsoft Office Suite skills (specifically advanced skill in Excel) * RealPage software experience preferred * Strong customer service skills to meet the needs of internal and external customers * Advanced ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure * Strong team management skills We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment is at-will, as allowed by state law. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without prior approval from Human Resources. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. #LI-MW1

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Responsibilities

The Controller oversees the accounting and accounts payable teams, ensuring timely financial reporting and effective communication with stakeholders. They also supervise team members, assist in budget processes, and collaborate with operational teams to analyze financial data.