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Controller and Vice President of Accounting and Finance Director and Chief Financial Officer

Equity Office owns and operates a national portfolio of premier office buildings in major metropolitan markets across the country. The company is owned by an affiliate of The Blackstone Group, a preeminent global private equity firm.Equity Office was acquired in 2007, bringing Equity Office's portfolio together with other Blackstone office asset holdings, primarily from its acquisitions of CarrAmerica Properties and Trizec Properties. Integrating these predominantly Class A properties under one name - Equity Office - provides Blackstone with an unparalleled real estate platform for future office investments. Our goal is to leverage our national platform to facilitate the seamless acquisition and transition of properties into and out of the portfolio, in support of Blackstone's real estate investments philosophy. We actively manage our assets to ensure not only the best possible customer experience, but also gainful returns for Blackstone's investors.Equity Office is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Senior-level accounting/financial leader and business partner with 15+ years of experience leading and managing accounting, finance, and operational functions. Recognized leader for strong communication, negotiation, staff development, and relationship building skills. Proven track record of identifying key business and financial trends and developing action plans to position the business for profitable growth.Specialties: Business Partner, GAAP & Performance Reporting, Monthly close, Job Costing, Strategic Planning & Analysis, Reforecasting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Budgeting, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Process Improvement & Standardization, Leading & Managing Change, Staff Development, Cash Management, Joint Venture Management, Customer Service, Negotiations & Contracts