Job Title: Controller - Real Estate
Job OverviewA real estate organization is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and consistent execution of accounting processes across a portfolio of commercial and multifamily properties.
The Controller will report to senior leadership and partner closely with accounting and operations teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and high-quality deliverables across the portfolio.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Month-End Close
Oversee and support the monthly close process across the portfolio
Ensure timely, accurate, and complete financial statements
Review and approve property-level financial reports
Review reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules
Provide guidance to resolve close-related issues and meet deadlines
Commercial CAM & Tenant Accounting
Review CAM reconciliations and ensure alignment with lease terms
Support property accountants with CAM structures, expense pools, gross-ups, and caps
Assist in resolving tenant discrepancies with operations
Ensure audit-ready CAM reporting and documentation
Multifamily Accounting
Review rent roll activity, concessions, and revenue recognition
Analyze GPR, vacancy loss, and operational trends
Ensure accurate security deposit reconciliations
Support resolution of accounting issues and maintain consistency standards
Internal Controls & Compliance
Support accounting policies and internal control execution
Review journal entries and reconciliations for accuracy and compliance
Maintain documentation standards and exception logs
Support internal and external audits
Cash & Reconciliations
Review bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Monitor property cash balances and identify risks early
Ensure proper disbursement procedures are followed
Systems & Process Improvement (Yardi)
Support effective use of Yardi Voyager across accounting workflows
Improve system accuracy, consistency, and efficiency
Reduce manual processes where possible
Team Leadership
Lead, mentor, and support accounting staff
Provide training, coaching, and technical guidance
Promote accountability, collaboration, and performance improvement
Help prioritize workloads and ensure deadlines are met
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with operations and leadership teams on financial performance
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Assist with acquisitions, dispositions, and property transitions
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA preferred
7-10+ years of real estate accounting experience (commercial and multifamily)
Strong experience with CAM reconciliations and lease interpretation
Experience with Yardi Voyager preferred
Strong Excel and financial reporting skills
Prior experience leading or mentoring accounting teams
Core CompetenciesFinancial reporting and close management
CAM reconciliation expertise
Multifamily accounting knowledge
Internal controls and compliance awareness
Leadership and team development
Strong communication and collaboration
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Organization and time management