Controller

Description

At NewMark Merrill, our unwavering commitment to "Doing Retail Better" has been the cornerstone of our success over the past 40 years. Through shifting landscapes, economic fluctuations, and industry disruptions, we remain steadfast in our dedication to connecting with communities, cultivating authentic environments, and empowering our tenants to thrive. With offices in Denver, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, and Chicago, NewMark Merrill proudly owns and manages over 12 million square feet of retail assets, comprised of over 2,000 tenants across 95 communities.

As a boutique-sized firm, we offer the best of both worlds: the efficiency of large portfolio economies of scale combined with the agility of swift decision-making and personalized attention from senior leadership. We are more than just landlords; we are partners in success. By fostering close relationships with communities, engaging directly with our merchants and shoppers, and investing in innovative technology and data collection, we provide invaluable insights that empower our tenants to thrive in our centers.

By deeply understanding the communities we serve and leveraging world-class technology, we maximize value and curate exceptional experiences that transform visitors into loyal customers. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond transactions; it's about creating lasting impact and fostering sustainable growth.

Above all, it's our people who propel NewMark Merrill to new heights of success and innovation. They are ambitious and talented individuals that bring their passion and expertise to our daily endeavors. We promote a welcoming team-oriented environment where we lead with innovation, address challenges head-on, encourage out-of-the-box thinking and celebrate our successes.

At NewMark Merrill we strive to elevate the retail experience, one community at a time. We invite you to join us on this journey as we continue to redefine the possibilities of retail.

Go to www.newmarkmerrill.com to learn more about the company and its culture.

Essential Job Functions

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all accounting functions.
• Analyze, create, and/or revise departmental policies and procedures.
• Hire, train, supervise, provide performance reviews and retain all accounting staff.
• Monitor and ensure that the accounting department completes assigned tasks on time and follows NMMC policies and procedures.
• Define problems, collect pertinent data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions to initiate appropriate course of action.
• Participate in the transition of properties into and out of NewMark Merrill Companies.
• Review many of the monthly financials and meet established deadlines.
• Review and approve quarterly and annual CAM reconciliations and meet established deadlines.
• Review and approve AR adjustments for CAM disputes.
• Maintain property insurance certificates for all managed centers as well as prepare what is needed for annual blanket policy renewal and workers comp audits.
• Responsible for managing any property insurance claims.
• Manage the annual budget process and implementation to include review, approval, tracking and follow-up to completion on all budgets. Attend annual budget meetings.
• Provide various financial information to property owners upon request.
• Perform any additional duties or tasks as assigned by the CFO or CEO.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and least 5 years supervising an accounting department.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and property management accounting systems invoicing systems. (MRI and AVID a plus)
• Excellent communication skill. Must be able to balance listening and talking, speak and write clearly and accurately, influence as necessary and keep others well informed.
• Ability to deliver quality work on tight deadlines, with strong organization and priority setting skills.
• Ability to change direction and focus without a lot of notice.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Results oriented with the ability to overcome obstacles to get things done, ability to prioritize.
• Must be able to effectively convey ideas, images and goals to a diverse group of stake holders and personalities.