Controller

ActivSpace is seeking a detail-oriented individual to fill the role of Controller.
This position is responsible for managing all aspects of accounting functions for an established multi-state (Washington, Oregon, California) commercial real estate company which specializes in leasing to artists, hobbyists and small businesses with all accounting performed centrally in Seattle.
Responsibilities: * Manage overall accounting activities of the company * Responsible for the timely closing of general ledgers each month and completion of all necessary account reconciliations * Responsible for generation of monthly management reports and internal financials * Supervise various tax reporting – city and state taxes, property taxes, interaction with public accounting firm for state and federal income tax reporting * Handle miscellaneous third-party reporting – bank borrowing base, government census reporting, etc.
* Maintain spreadsheet-based fixed asset records and reconciliation to the general ledger.
* Lead the development, administration, and update of written accounting policies and ongoing maintenance of an effective internal control systems * Handle internal and external inquiries for routine accounting information * Administration of annual bank audit and financial statement review * Selected cash management duties (some daily banking, recurring transfers, etc.
) * Development and maintenance of financial budgets * Cost control and administration of various service contracts * Maintenance of positive vendor and customer relationships * Monitoring of vendor chargebacks and rebates * Other projects as directed by supervisor * Always maintain a professional demeanor and epitomize the company’s Core Values Qualifications listed below are subject to but not exclusive of other relevant experiences: * Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent relevant experience required.
CPA.
* At least 5 years of experience in supervising accounting operations, experience in the real estate or retailing industry is desirable.
* Proven track record of customer service orientation and service delivery excellence * PC/computer skills – must be comfortable working extensively with computer applications to maximize productivity; extensive experience with Microsoft Excel is a must; experience with Timberline software is strongly preferred; ability to quickly learn and master the company’s distribution and financial systems; solid familiarity with internet research, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Word; ability to quickly process and enter data * Comfortable working with large volumes of financial data and related documentation; attention to detail is critical * Ability to interact with a wide variety of people and companies, from large to small vendors and customers * Good eye toward improving existing policies and procedures * High standards of professionalism, ethics, dependability, and confidentiality * Self-starter; hands-on, results-oriented approach; good organization skills * Excellent communications skills; patient and tactful attitude This position reports to the President.
ActivSpace offers a highly competitive salary with a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, paid vacation and sick days.
Please attach a cover letter and resume to be considered.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $110,000.
00 - $150,000.
00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience level: * 5 years Work Location: In person