About
Professional Summary
Craig Boughton is the regional director and oversees a team of 13, coordinating the property accounting and lease administration functions for over 350 commercial properties totaling over 17 million square feet that are managed out of Richmond, Fredericksburg, Charlottesville, Raleigh, Greensboro, and Winston-Salem.
Craig has over 20 years of accounting experience and has been with the firm since 2004. He is responsible for the day-to-day accounting functions and financial reporting, as well as overseeing the preparation of annual operating budgets. Craig also works closely with property managers and owners on capital budgets and cash flow projections, and partners with Information Technology associates for all Yardi software upgrades and enhancements.
Prevously, Craig held various accounting positions at Cornerstone Realty Trust and worked as a Senior Property Accountant for United Dominion Realty Trust. During his time at these two publicly held REITs, he spent time in accounts payable, property accounting, financial reporting, property operations, and business development.
Craig served four years in the United States Navy on the USS Theodore Roosevelt. While on board, he was responsible for overseeing the accounting of the ship’s various retail activities and received the Navy Achievement Medal in 1995 for his efforts.
Accomplishments
- CB Richard Ellis Richmond Office 2004 “Rookie Of The Year”
- CB Richard Ellis Richmond Office 2008 “Employee Of The Year”
Education
- Bachelor of Accounting, Strayer University
Memberships & Involvements
- Certified Property Accountant