Property Controller job at Prometheus Real Estate Group in San Mateo, CA

Title: Property Controller Location: San Mateo United States Job Description: OUR PURPOSE We are focused on Good Living for the Greater Good. This means providing a true sense of home and belonging for our Neighbors, Commercial Clients and Prometheans and giving our time and resources to bring positive change locally and beyond. It also means supporting you in your career goals with the very best working experience, and that starts with us having fun in the work we do together. YOUR ROLE AND IMPACT Our Accounting team is looking for an experienced Property Controller to lead and oversee the property accounting function while leading, developing, and scaling a high-performing team. This person will serve as a key financial partner to internal leadership, ownership groups, and joint venture partners. Financial & Reporting Responsibilities - This role oversees monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for owners, lenders, and joint venture partners, while leading the month-end close process to ensure accuracy and timeliness. The position reviews financial statements, variance analyses, and ad hoc reporting, supports budgeting and forecasting, and ensures compliance with GAAP, lender requirements, and joint venture agreements. People Leader & Management– This role leads and develops Accounting Managers, Supervisors, and their teams by setting clear expectations and aligning goals with company objectives. The position focuses on building a high-performing team through recruiting, onboarding, coaching, and performance management, while fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture. The role also partners cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, and corporate teams to support the company’s financial and operational goals. Joint Venture & Stakeholder Collaboration - This role serves as a primary accounting partner to Asset Management, Investor Relations, and joint venture partners, coordinating accounting activities related to acquisitions, dispositions, refinances, and JV onboarding. The position collaborates closely with Operations, Legal, and external partners, and clearly communicates financial results and complex accounting matters to non-financial stakeholders. Auditing & Process Improvement – This role owns and manages internal and external audit processes, serving as the primary liaison with auditors and ensuring timely, accurate delivery of required materials. The position prepares and reviews audit schedules and documentation, addresses audit findings, strengthens internal controls, and drives process improvements to enhance efficiency, scalability, and risk mitigation. Sure, there is a lot on your plate, but you are the type of person who is looking for a job that will challenge you in new ways and provide you with the opportunity to grow. So, if you are passionate about people and want to transform your property management job into a career, we invite you to take that step with us and call Prometheus your HOME. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Your Experience - Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive accounting experience, with at least five (5) years in a supervisory role. Your Education - A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is preferred; CPA preferred. Industry knowledge - Firm understanding in real estate, property accounting, or joint venture accounting preferred. Communication – Strong written and verbal ability to communicate effectively across functions to convey team goals. Relationships - Proven ability to build and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders as well as focusing on finding creative solutions. Your Cultural Traits - Although we’re a highly dispersed organization by the nature of our business, our Prometheans are strongly united by our Purpose, Mission and our Cultural Traits. These are the defining characteristics of a Promethean: Team Oriented, Communicator, Entrepreneurial, Passionate, Self-Starter, Creative, Principled, and Brand Ambassador. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS We offer a variety of benefits that take compensation well beyond a paycheck. This includes traditional benefits and benefits you might not expect or know about. The provided salary range is based on a number of factors, including location, job-related skills, experience and qualifications. Compensation Pay Range: $185,000.00 to $225,000.00 per year Discretionary Annual Bonus Plan Benefits & Perks Medical; Vision; Dental:100% Company-paid plans (including eligible dependents) and affordable buy-up options Life Insurance; Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance; Long Term Disability Behavioral Health Program Accessible 24/7 Tax-Free Flexible Spending Accounts 401(K) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Recognition & Rewards Program (Torch) Vacation: 10 days per year with accrual increasing over time Anniversary Vacation: 40-hour Vacation Granted at Tenured Milestones Sick Leave: 9 days per year 12 paid holidays, including your birthday! Paid Volunteer Time Tenure-based Housing discounts Educational Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement Referral Bonus Hybrid Work Schedule Learn more about these and other perks of being a Promethean by exploring our full Benefits Guide Prometheus is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under Federal Employment Laws, please check out these FMLA, EEO, and EPPA pages. Apply tot his job