Assistant Fund Controller - REIT

Industry

Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)

Assistant Fund Controller

$110,000 - $135,000 annually + bonus

New York City – Hybrid (3 days a week onsite)

Our client is a leading REIT with a diverse portfolio of real estate assets including residential debt, credit funds, and SMA. They are seeking an Assistant Fund Controller to join their finance team and play a key role in managing fund‑level accounting and reporting for their real estate investment vehicles. Experience in Python and SQL is a huge plus. Must have Big 4 and CPA.

• Oversee fund accounting operations, including consolidations, financial reporting, and compliance with GAAP.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements for real estate funds and investor reporting packages.
• Support acquisitions, dispositions, and financing arrangements.
• Manage capital activity, including contributions, distributions, and waterfall calculations.
• Collaborate with external auditors and tax advisors during audits and filings.
• Support fund performance analysis and assist with budgeting and forecasting.
• Drive process improvements and leverage technology for automation and efficiency.
• Partner with internal teams on system enhancements and data analytics initiatives.

• CPA designation required.
• Big 4 public accounting experience with a focus on real estate funds or private equity.
• 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience in real estate investment or asset management.
• Strong understanding of partnership accounting and fund structures.
• Tech‑savvy mindset
  : exposure to AI tools, automation, and light coding (Python or similar) preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with fund accounting systems and ERP platforms a plus.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

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