Sr. Controller (Real Estate industry) at Howard

Dubai, Dubai, Spain -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Real Estate Accounting, Financial Reporting, Client Communication, Month-End Close, Accounting Processes, QuickBooks Online, Yardi, MRI, AppFolio, Excel, Property Accounting, Development Accounting, Multi-Entity Structures, Management Companies, Complex Accounting, Judgment

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Controller to support and manage a portfolio of real estate clients. This role is critical as our real estate practice continues to grow in both size and complexity. The Senior Controller will independently oversee full-cycle accounting, ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, and serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients. This hire will play a key role in stabilizing operations, improving the client experience, and reducing escalations and rework currently handled by leadership. The ideal candidate brings deep real estate accounting expertise, strong judgment, and the confidence to operate autonomously in a highly client-facing environment. Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of assigned real estate client engagements, including: Month-end close Preparation and review of financial statements Ongoing client communication and relationship management Serve as the primary accounting leader for assigned clients by: Proactively identifying accounting and reporting issues Addressing complex accounting and financial reporting questions Ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of all deliverables Lead, manage, and review the work of accounting staff to ensure completeness, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines Improve processes and reporting standards across the client portfolio to reduce rework and escalation Onboard new real estate clients, including: Establishing accounting processes Ensuring all required documentation and information is obtained from clients Supporting smooth transitions into ongoing monthly reporting Manage complex real estate structures under tight reporting deadlines, applying consistent senior-level judgment Current Environment & Expectations Client portfolios include complex real estate structures with multiple entities This role requires the ability to quickly understand and assume ownership of existing processes with minimal training Operates independently without day-to-day oversight from leadership Communicates clearly, professionally, and confidently with clients as needs arise Required Experience & Qualifications 5+ years of real estate accounting experience Prior experience at the Manager, Assistant Controller, or Controller level Proven ability to independently manage: Month-end close Financial reporting Multiple entities and client relationships Strong real estate accounting background, including experience with: Property accounting Development and/or construction accounting Management companies Multi-entity structures Required experience with QuickBooks Online Strong preference for experience with real estate systems such as: Yardi MRI AppFolio or similar platforms Experience with Ramp, Bill.com, and advanced Excel skills strongly preferred What Will Disqualify a Candidate No real estate accounting experience Inability to independently manage month-end close and financial reporting Poor communication skills or lack of client-facing experience Requiring significant training or hand-holding for senior-level responsibilities Professional Attributes Highly client-facing; must demonstrate professionalism, confidence, and clear communication Strong ownership mentality with a high level of accountability Comfortable representing the firm directly with clients Cultural fit is critical — we value initiative, reliability, and follow-through

Responsibilities

The Senior Controller will oversee full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of real estate clients, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. This role includes managing client relationships and improving processes to enhance the client experience.