Assistant Controller

Make your next move an expert one.

At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

***This is an onsite working arrangement

Who you are

As the Assistant Controller in New York (Avenue of the Americas - 6th Avenue), you are responsible for the direction and supervision of the regional accounting office to provide quality and timely accounting services to our customers. Through planning, supervising, training, and supporting the accounting team, the Assistant Regional Controller improves Colliers’ profitability and achieves its mission.

You bring a positive attitude in everything you do, as demonstrated in strong relationships with your clients and colleagues. You also look for opportunities for continuous improvement by monitoring and reviewing accounting processes and procedures and recommending improvements to increase efficiency and improve internal controls. You’re flexible and can jump in to help others whenever necessary. You enjoy collaborating with other subject matter experts and regional leaders to develop innovative solutions to support our business objectives and growth plans.

What you bring:

• 3 - 5 years of progressive accounting experience in the commercial real estate industry; mid- large operations of commercial office buildings.
• Bachelors degree
• Proficiency in MRI
• Experience in Lease Administration, reading and understanding complex office and retail lease documents
• Experience in leading and developing high-performing teams

Bonus skills and experience

• Advanced education in accounting; CPA designation is an asset
• Experience with audits, strong understanding of accounting standards
• Real Estate industry accounting experience, including office, industrial and retail properties 

What success looks like:

• An understanding of institutional investment reporting criteria
• You successfully ensure the accuracy and productivity of all property management accounting and financial activities.
• Increases operational efficiency for staffing levels and workloads to maximize efficiencies and profitability for the company.
• Ensures that financial reporting is accurate and that reports are issued on time.
• Effectively coordinates activities with internal or external auditors and others.

Pursuant to the laws regarding job postings where the position is located in, Colliers is disclosing the following information:  

Area/Location Specific: New York City, NY

Approximate Salary Range for this Role: $107,000 - $122,500

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 

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Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [email protected] for assistance.