Assistant Controller

Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo has partnered with a nationally recognized real estate developer. They are looking for an Assistant Controller to join their office in Buffalo, New York. This position partners with teams across property accounting, development, and corporate finance to deliver accurate reporting, reinforce compliance, and support sound financial operations. The role also contributes to stronger accounting practices and more efficient reporting processes that align with the company’s long-term business goals.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly close activities, ensuring entries are recorded accurately and deadlines are met across assigned entities and portfolios.
• Oversee general ledger integrity by reviewing account activity, reconciling balances, and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports for leadership, providing clear insight into operating results and key trends.
• Collaborate with property accounting, development, and finance partners to support consistent reporting and well-documented accounting treatment.
• Coordinate audit support by organizing schedules, responding to requests, and helping maintain readiness for financial statement reviews.
• Monitor compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements, including matters related to DCAA when relevant.
• Support accounting for real estate activities such as property-level transactions, tax-related items, and portfolio reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, standardize procedures, and strengthen internal accounting controls.
• 5+ years of accounting or finance experience, including substantial exposure to month-end close and general ledger management.
• Background in financial reporting with the ability to produce accurate, timely, and well-supported statements and analyses.
• Experience supporting financial statement audits and working effectively with internal and external auditors.
• Knowledge of real estate accounting principles, including property-level reporting and real estate tax considerations.
• Familiarity with compliance-focused accounting environments; exposure to DCAA requirements is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with close attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with accounting, finance, and operational stakeholders.