Client: O’Brien Brothers
Position Title: Controller
Website: www.obrienbrothersvt.com and www.hillsidevt.com
Location for the Position: South Burlington, VT
Reports to: CEO
Estimated Starting Salary: $125,000 - $140,000 per year depending on experience

ABOUT US:

For nearly 70 years, O’Brien Brothers has been a locally owned developer and manager of exceptional real estate properties. O’Brien Brothers is a dynamic company with a strong portfolio of multifamily and commercial properties with a focus on community-oriented development and sustainability, having recently developed Vermont’s first 100% carbon-free climate resilient neighborhood. The experienced and committed team comprised of many long-tenured employees, is genuinely invested in the work they do and the positive impact they have on the community and state.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Controller is an important contributor to the leadership team. This key role provides hands-on involvement with monthly and yearly closings, prepares and reviews financial statements, and communicates key trends to the CEO and Board. The Controller works closely with the CEO and partners with leaders across the organization to maximize the success of the portfolio. While this is primarily a hands-on role, the position is also strategic. The Controller will work with the CEO and Board on the long-term financial strategy of the company. In addition, this position manages two members of the accounting team.

Essential Job Duties:Daily, Monthly & Annual Responsibilities:

• Prepare, monitor, and analyze monthly and annual financial reports for the CEO and Board. Communicate key trends and findings about the financials.
• Reviews bank, credit card, and cash reconciliations.
• Ensure all transactions for the period are accounted for in each of the two GL systems.
• Look closely at significant variances and provide recommendations on areas that should be addressed.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of federal, state, and local income tax returns and other business-related filings such as those related to HUD/Section 8 compliance.
• Generate monthly reports that include A/R, A/P, and WIP.
• Develop the annual budget, provide monthly and quarterly analysis of the budget to actual, and make recommendations based on company performance.
• Manage the distribution of K-1s to shareholders.
• Assist the outside accountants with everything needed to prepare annual financial statements and tax returns.
• Create and maintain financial controls and procedures for the accounting department.
• Additional job responsibilities may be periodically assigned by the CEO.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
• CPA preferred.
• At least five years of related experience required.
• Real estate and construction experience preferred.
• Experience with Yardi and/or Mark Systems is a plus. Strong Excel skills.
• Experience with HUD or federal compliance is a plus.
• Cost accounting experience preferred.
• Good communication skills, organization skills and can meet deadlines.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor and ability to articulate and defend financial results to CEO and board members.

• Prepare, monitor, and analyze monthly and annual financial reports for the CEO and Board. Communicate key trends and findings about the financials.
• Reviews bank, credit card, and cash reconciliations.
• Ensure all transactions for the period are accounted for in each of the two GL systems.
• Look closely at significant variances and provide recommendations on areas that should be addressed.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of federal, state, and local income tax returns and other business-related filings such as those related to HUD/Section 8 compliance.
• Generate monthly reports that include A/R, A/P, and WIP.
• Develop the annual budget, provide monthly and quarterly analysis of the budget to actual, and make recommendations based on company performance.
• Manage the distribution of K-1s to shareholders.
• Assist the outside accountants with everything needed to prepare annual financial statements and tax returns.
• Create and maintain financial controls and procedures for the accounting department.
• Additional job responsibilities may be periodically assigned by the CEO