Controller - Atlanta, GA

Company: Creative Financial Staffing
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: July 2, 2025

Job Description:

A growing real estate investment firm headquartered in Atlanta specializing in retail and industrial developments, is seeking a Controller to join their leadership team. The ideal candidate will oversee current financial operations and build a robust accounting organization to support the firm's ambitious growth initiatives. Partnering with senior management, the Controller will assist with the financial strategy and operations for primary business units within their portfolio: Single-tenant net lease retail assets and value-add acquisitions Speculative and build-to-suit industrial facilities Capital placement and investment opportunities Overseeing tenant collections, reporting, and asset administration This role requires a hands-on leader capable of managing complex financial operations, forecasting, and reporting while supporting a growing organization poised for significant expansion over the next 3-5 years. Qualifications Proven experience as a financial leader in real estate development and investment Expertise in managing complex financial operations, including forecasting, bookkeeping, tax preparation, and project accounting Ability to oversee multiple business units with diverse financial needs (development, logistics, structured finance, property management) Experience scaling financial organizations and implementing reporting and compliance processes Exceptional leadership and communication skills to collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and investors CPA or equivalent certification preferred LI-JW2 INJUL2025 ZRCFS

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