Assistant Controller en GK Management Co., Inc.

GK is recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal as one of the

Most Influential Family-Owned Businesses in Los Angeles

Goldrich Kest (GK) is a diversified real estate development and management group of companies and partnerships. Its focus is to expand its portfolio of proven and well-located properties including multi-family, industrial, retail, commercial and congregate care through acquisition and development while providing stable cash flow to its partners and outside investors.  

Position Details:

• Salary: $150K-$165K
• Work Schedule: M-F (8am-5pm)
• Location: Hybrid

Job Summary 

The Assistant Controller is responsible for the oversight, review, and coordination of accounting and financial reporting produced by third-party property management companies. As Goldrich Kest shifts toward an asset and investment management–focused operating model, this position ensures the completeness, accuracy, and compliance of externally prepared financial statements across a portfolio of real estate assets. The role also supports limited in-house accounting functions that remain centralized at the corporate office, including maintenance of the fixed asset module and property-specific financial support. This position works closely with the Director of Accounting to monitor financial performance, enforce standards, and support reporting consistency across managed properties. 

Essential Functions

The Assistant Controller’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following property accounting functions:

Third-Party Oversight and Financial Review

• Serve as the primary reviewer of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements prepared by third-party property management firms.
• Analyze operating results, identify inconsistencies or irregularities, and ensure financials are compliant with GAAP and company reporting standards.
• Coordinate with third-party accounting teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Monitor budget-to-actual variances and provide preliminary analysis to the Director of Accounting and Asset Management teams.
• Provide ad hoc property-level financial support to the Director of Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis and Asset Management teams.

Internal Property-Level Accounting

• Review and approve journal entries in the ERP system (OneSite Accounting/Intacct) to ensure they comply with GK, US GAAP and/or Tax reporting standards.
• Maintain and update the fixed asset module, including tracking of capitalized property assets, depreciation schedules, and disposals.
• Assist with limited property-level entries or reconciliations that are retained in-house (e.g., allocations, reserve activity).
• Help manage internal documentation related to capital expenditures and project closeouts.
• Monitor budget-to-actual variances and provide preliminary analysis to the Director of Accounting and Asset Management teams.

System Improvement & Systems Support

• Assist the Director of Accounting in the Cash and Accrual book conversion to US GAAP.
• Help standardize third-party chart of accounts, financial reporting, and review checklists.
• Assist in ERP data integration and support reporting enhancements within RealPage, or other accounting systems.
• Support internal process improvements that enhance reporting accuracy and reduce review time.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date internal files and documentation related to third-party property reporting.
• Train and assist accounting staff as needed.
• Support external audit or tax inquiries related to property-level financials.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position.  The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates leadership skills.
• Well-developed understanding of accounting systems to produce financial reporting and an understanding of US GAAP and Tax reporting standards.
• Ability to embrace and adapt to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Possesses a strong sense of accountability with a willingness to commit and complete what is required in a timely manner.
• Ability to work in team environment on important matters with short lead times, including interfacing with various GK corporate departments.
• Ability to motivate, coach and mentor team members to improve their knowledge and skills to ensure optimal performance.
• Proficient in MS Office and accounting systems such as RealPage/OneSite and Yardi.
• CPA certified and/or graduate degree in finance or accounting is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related degree required.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience or a minimum 4 years of public accounting experience.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. 

Working Conditions

This position operates in an office setting and in a professional office environment. This is a full-time position and may require driving for business and travel.

Statement of Purpose

This document provides descriptive information about the above Goldrich Kest position.  Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary.  Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guidelines or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position.  An individual’s ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion.  Goldrich Kest reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.