Controller

Controller – Hybrid Schedule

About the Opportunity

Our client, a growing real estate and property operations organization, is seeking a Controller to lead its accounting and financial reporting functions. This highly visible leadership role will oversee accounting operations, internal controls, financial planning support, and team development while partnering closely with executive leadership to drive operational excellence and support continued growth.

The ideal candidate is a strategic yet hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and has experience managing complex, multi-entity accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain strong internal controls
• Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team
• Establish accounting best practices and process consistency
• Provide guidance on technical accounting and financial reporting matters
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning
• Monitor financial performance, cash flow, and key operating metrics
• Provide financial analysis to support business decisions, growth initiatives, and acquisitions
• Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors and tax advisors
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations
• Oversee third-party accounting relationships and financial systems
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, and operational efficiencies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing accounting teams
• 2+ years of experience in multifamily property accounting
• Experience with Yardi

Legado Talent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Company Profile:

Legado Talent is a national recruiting and executive search firm founded with the purpose of doing recruitment differently. Headquartered in Kansas City and operating nationwide, the company is built on the belief that true recruiting strength comes from exceptional people, service quality, and long-term partnerships with both clients and candidates.

Mission & Values

• To help clients build their legacy by delivering top-tier, passive talent that aligns with business strategy and culture.
• To treat each client and candidate as our most important partner — with personalized service, integrity, and responsiveness.
• To bring together industry-leading recruitment expertise with a boutique, consultative approach.

Learn more about Legado Talent and our service offerings by visiting www.legadotalent.com.