Financial Controller

Overview

We are a rapidly growing, privately-owned company seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join our team. The Financial Controller will be responsible for all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecast preparation, as well as the development of internal control policies and procedures. This role also involves financial risk management and will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting Operations Management: Oversee all accounting operations, including Billing, Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), General Ledger (GL), Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.


• Budget and Financial Forecasts: Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts, reporting variances as necessary.


• Financial Reporting: Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements. Ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.


• Technical Accounting: Research technical accounting issues to ensure compliance with relevant standards.


• Close Processes: Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.


• Quality Control: Maintain quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.


• Government Reporting and Tax Filings: Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.


• Internal Controls: Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls.


• Additional Duties: Perform additional controller duties as necessary.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: Proven working experience as a Financial Controller in the Multi-Family Real Estate industry is required. Experience in the restaurant industry is a plus.


• Accounting and Finance Experience: A minimum of 7+ years of combined accounting and finance experience.


• Education: Advanced degree in accounting is required. CPA or CMA certification is preferred.


• Financial Reporting: Strong acumen in financial reporting under US GAAP.


• Accounting Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures. Experience with creating financial statements and managing general ledger functions.


• Software Skills: Excellent user and administration skills in accounting software. Must have working knowledge of Yardi Software. Knowledge of Great Plains software is a plus.


• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial management systems and the ability to manage the month-end/year-end close processes effectively.


• IT Knowledge requirement: Basic knowledge of IT is required.


• Travel: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required to support business needs.


• Fieldwork and Site Visits: Open to conducting fieldwork and site visits as necessary to fulfill job responsibilities.


• Flexibility: Must have a flexible work schedule and be willing to work extended hours/weekends as per business requirements.

Location Requirement:

Candidate must be located within Orange County or within a 20–25-mile radius of the job locations at La Palma and Newport Coast Drive.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Friendly Franchisees Corporation (FFC) and Silver Star Real Estate (SSRE) are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.