Financial Controller

Company Description The KA  Group (“KA ”) is a vertically integrated private equity real estate firm focused on the investment, management, and development of commercial real estate. Founded in 2008 by Kenneth Pasternak and Adam Altman in response to the real estate crisis, KA  has grown into a multi-strategy firm investing in value-added, opportunistic, distressed debt, special situations, and ground-up development opportunities.

The firm has raised more than $300M in equity capital, with 49% contributed by its principals, reflecting strong internal commitment and alignment. KA  has overseen the purchase of more than 100 assets and the sale of 30 assets, offering team members exposure to diverse and complex real estate transactions. Professionals joining KA  can expect a dynamic environment with a focus on disciplined investment and active asset management.

The Controller will lead day-to-day property level accounting across the firm’s real estate portfolio and corporate platform, overseeing a team of approximately 4–10 accounting professionals. This role is responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and driving consistency across property and corporate accounting functions.

This is a technology-focused role. The Controller will use AI and other tools to expand what the accounting team can handle, so the platform can grow without a proportional increase in headcount. The Controller will also serve as a leader and mentor to the team, building their skills and productivity over time.

This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer. This role is based in-office full time in Englewood, NJ, with limited travel as needed.

• Oversee property- and portfolio-level accounting across all assets
• Ensure accuracy of financial data, reporting, and reconciliations across entities
• Manage monthly and annual close processes
• Review financial statements and support regular financial review meetings
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, including aging, collections, and legal arrears tracking
• Oversee accounting for the management company, ensuring proper billing and expense allocation — including payroll — across entities and businesses

• Oversee payment processing, including vendor payments and invoice approvals
• Manage property-level capital call tracking and investor payment follow-ups
• Administer and maintain Yardi across the portfolio
• Set up properties, units, and accounting structures
• Manage user access, permissions, and system functionality
• Implement and optimize system modules (e.g., Vendor Cafe, contracts, reporting tools)
• Coordinate with Yardi support and oversee rollout of new features and workflows

• Develop and manage recurring financial reports for ownership and management
• Oversee automated report distribution (weekly/monthly investor reporting)
• Maintain reporting distribution lists and ensure accuracy
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to asset management and executive teams

• Oversee accounting support for construction draws and requisitions
• Assist Accounting team to review invoices, lien waivers, COIs, and contracts prior to payment
• Assist with developer fee calculations and supporting documentation
• Coordinate with project managers, consultants, and vendors on financial matters

• Serve as the central accounting resource for internal teams (asset management, property management, construction)
• Interface with vendors, tenants, and partners on financial matters
• Support executive team and asset management with financial data and analysis
• Lead accounting setup during new property acquisitions and transitions

• Lead major technology implementations — AI and otherwise — to expand the team’s capacity and productivity as the platform grows
• Drive automation of accounting processes such as payables, workflows, and reporting
• Continually evaluate new accounting technologies and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and data accuracy
• Manage and develop a team of 4–10 accounting professionals
• Act as a hands-on mentor, building the team’s skills and productivity over time
• Evaluate team structure and recommend the right size and scope as the platform grows