Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

About Mon Ami

Mon Ami Real Estate is a fast-growing, dynamic real estate investment company based in Chicago, managing a diverse portfolio of approximately 100 commercial properties and over 150 residential units across 21 states. Since 2010, Mon Ami has developed a unique strategy focused on acquiring properties at below-market prices, driving value post‑acquisition, and generating strong returns for principals, investors, and JV partners.

As a vertically integrated company, Mon Ami maximizes value for stakeholders by leveraging its in‑house team of real estate professionals to source, manage, redevelop, lease, and exit assets efficiently.

As we scale, delivering precise, timely, and insightful property‑level financials is mission‑critical. We are seeking a seasoned Controller to oversee our Property Accounting team, reporting directly to the CFO. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate reporting, driving the budgeting and forecasting process, and overseeing an offshore team of property accountants. You’ll oversee accounting operations across a diverse real‑estate portfolio while partnering cross‑functionally with Property & Asset Management, Lease Administration, Acquisitions, and Leasing.

The Controller will oversee 3–5 Property Controllers plus AR, AP, and Treasury Accounting Managers (based in India), ensuring our properties are accurately represented, our teams have the reporting needed to drive NOI, and leadership and investors maintain confidence in Mon Ami’s execution.

• Oversee financial reporting across corporate, property, and joint‑venture entities, ensuring timely month‑, quarter‑, and year‑end closes.
• Prepare and review GAAP‑compliant financial statements, lender packages, and compliance deliverables.
• Drive the annual budget process; deliver forecasts, variance analysis, and actionable insights.
• Deliver all property and investment accounting: AP/AR, tenant billing, CAM reconciliations, acquisitions, dispositions, and refinancings.
• Oversee construction draw processes and cost accounting for development projects.
• Serve as the primary contact for auditors and tax advisors while maintaining robust internal controls and policies.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team (onshore and offshore), fostering accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

• 10+ years in property accounting with at least 4+ years in a supervisory/management role.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. real‑estate accounting, including property management, investment accounting, and complex transactions (acquisitions, dispositions, refinancing).
• Proficient in real‑estate accounting platforms (Yardi Voyager & Elevate, MRI, Real Page, Dynamics, JD Edwards) and advanced in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling).
• Strong problem‑solving skills, exceptional accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven ability to mentor teams, build scalable processes, and partner effectively across departments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.