Location: In Person

Industry: Real Estate Investment & Property Management

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

We are a growing, vertically integrated real estate investment platform managing a large portfolio of residential properties across multiple entities. We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations, strengthen internal controls, and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in complex environments and enjoys building structure, improving systems, and mentoring accounting teams.

Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits

Annual Base Salary Based on Experience

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Mon-Fri Schedule

Career Growth Opportunities

Required

• 8+ years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate or property management.

• Strong experience with multi-entity accounting and monthly close.

• Solid understanding of GAAP and balance sheet accounting.

• Advanced Excel skills.

• Experience working with property management or ERP systems (AppFolio strongly preferred).

Preferred

• Experience in a real estate platform or real estate fund.

• Background in construction, property management, or capital project accounting.

• Prior experience supporting audits, tax filings, or lender reporting.

• CPA or CPA-eligible a plus (not required).

What We’re Looking For

• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

• Comfortable operating in a fast-growing environment.

• Strong ownership mindset with excellent follow-through.

• Collaborative leader who enjoys building systems and developing people.

• Able to balance hands-on work with strategic process improvement.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing real estate platform.

• High-impact position with visibility across the organization.

• Ability to help build and scale accounting infrastructure the right way.

• Collaborative leadership team and long-term growth potential.

Accounting Operations & Close

• Own the monthly close process across multiple entities and bank accounts.

• Ensure timely and accurate financial statements.

• Oversee bank, credit card, and sub-ledger reconciliations.

• Review and approve journal entries, accruals, and reclassifications.

• Maintain accurate cash balances and balance sheet integrity.

Property & Construction Accounting

• Ensure proper capitalization and expense treatment based on property status.

• Oversee construction and renovation cost tracking by property.

• Partner with construction and property management teams on budget vs. actual reviews.

Systems & Controls

• Serve as the accounting owner of AppFolio and related systems.

• Maintain and enforce Chart of Accounts, naming conventions, and coding standards.

• Implement and monitor internal controls and segregation of duties.

• Improve workflows and reduce manual processes through automation where possible.

Loan & Balance Sheet Management

• Oversee loan tracking, amortization schedules, and interest accruals.

• Manage intercompany accounting and reconciliations.

• Support lender reporting and data requests.

Team Leadership

• Manage and develop staff accountants, AP, and AR team members.

• Establish clear procedures, training, and documentation.

• Support cross-training and process consistency across the team.

Compliance Support

• Support tax and compliance functions by providing clean, accurate financial data.

• Oversee vendor setup, W-9 compliance, and 1099 preparation support.