Summary
A well-established private real estate investment firm is looking for a Controller to take ownership of a broad range of fund accounting and financial reporting responsibilities. This is a high-visibility opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and investment professionals while helping support the firm’s continued growth.
Company Information:
A privately owned real estate investment manager with an established, diversified platform across U.S. real estate markets.
Job Description:
- Oversee fund accounting, financial reporting, and quarterly/annual close processes
- Manage financial statements, consolidations, and supporting schedules
- Oversee accounting for funds, joint ventures, and investment entities
- Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, fund administrators, and other external providers
- Oversee investor reporting, capital activity, allocations, and distributions
- Review partnership accounting and waterfall calculations
- Partner with the investment and leadership teams on transactions and financial matters
- Maintain strong accounting policies, controls, and reporting processes
- Lead and develop a team of accounting and finance professionals
Requirements / Qualifications:
- 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
- Background in real estate investment management, private equity, or alternative investments preferred
- Strong fund accounting, financial reporting, consolidation, and partnership accounting experience
- Experience with investor reporting, capital accounts, and waterfalls
- Strong Excel skills and ability to work with complex financial models
- CPA preferred
- Strong communication and leadership skills
