Description
An established, privately held real estate investment and property management company with a significant portfolio of multifamily properties is seeking an experienced Real Estate Controller to lead the company's accounting and financial reporting and operational finance functions. This is the company's senior accounting and financial management position and is designed for an experienced real estate financial professional with substantial multifamily or commercial real estate accounting and financial management experience and possess a strong understanding of property operations, internal controls, lender reporting, and financial analysis. The Controller will report directly to ownership/senior management and will work closely with the companys accounting and property management teams, outside CPAs, tax advisors, and other professionals. The position combines strong real estate accounting and controllership responsibilities with financial oversight, cash management, lender coordination, budgeting, forecasting, and decision support.
Skills
Month end, Reporting, Forecasting, Accounting, General ledger, Financial reporting
Top Skills Details
Month end,Reporting,Forecasting
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; Accounting degree with CPA strongly preferred. Approximately 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial experience, with significant experience in multifamily or commercial real estate. Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Controller experience with substantial real estate owner/operator, developer or property management firm strongly preferred. Strong experience managing multifamily accounting professionals. Advanced Excel and financial analysis capabilities. Real estate accounting / property management software experience required.
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Bergenfield, NJ. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $160000.00 - $180000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.- 401k
- Medical, Vision, Dental Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Bergenfield, NJ. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Bergenfield,NJ.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
