Controller

Ditto Residential is a property development company in Washington, DC. We are a passionate team of dreamers, problem solvers and builders. We are changing our city's landscape through high quality, design-driven development.

We're hiring a Controller. You will oversee all accounting functions, including expense management related to the company and each project within our growing portfolio. The Controller must enjoy working within a creative, entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results-oriented and community focused. This strategic role requires a combination of organization, focus and flexibility, as well as a willingness to dig into the details when needed. The ideal candidate is proactive, a critical thinker and will exercise good judgment in a variety of situations. This full-time position reports directly to Ditto Residential’s COO, and encompasses the following areas of responsibility: - Evaluate and manage internal controls/reports - Perform financial analysis on current and future development projects - Prepare and review monthly loan draw requests for construction projects - Audit subcontractor and supplier invoices - Oversee periodic budget forecasting - Manage property/casualty insurance programs - Direct accounting firm in tax preparation and filing - Analyze potential new processes to enhance accounting and risk mitigation capabilities, and implement accordingly

- Competitive candidates have at least four years of previous real estate accounting experience that resulted in preparing draft financial statements, extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, strong written and verbal communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail. A college degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance is preferred. - Hustle. We’re a small company and we move fast. The right candidates are self-motivated, ambitious, and willing to embrace a challenge. - Someone sharp as a tack. You are the critical player as we seek to accurately maintain our records. We need you to possess good judgment, act in a thorough and deliberate manner, and exercise appropriate discretion as we manage risk. - An A-player. We work pretty hard and we have fun doing it. You should have a track record of success and desire to work with other A-players.