Property Controller​/CFO

Compensation: Competitive base salary + bonus & benefits

• Executive-level exposure across a growing NYC real estate portfolio
• Direct involvement in acquisitions, dispositions, and financing strategy
• High-impact role with visibility to ownership and senior leadership
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) match and Summer Fridays
• On-site parking and convenient access to public transportation

A privately held parent company with an expanding New York City real estate portfolio is seeking a Controller / CFO to oversee accounting, financial reporting, and strategic financial management for its real estate division. The portfolio includes approximately 40 properties across commercial, industrial/warehousing, storage/parking, and residential assets, collectively supporting over 75 tenants.

This executive-level role combines hands-on accounting oversight with strategic leadership responsibilities, including support for acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and portfolio-level decision-making. Deep knowledge of real estate entity structures (TICs, real estate LLCs) and NYC/NY State tax regulations is critical.

• Oversee the general ledger, monthly/quarterly close, and financial statement preparation across multiple real estate entities
• Implement and maintain property-level reporting, KPIs, and portfolio performance metrics
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and variance reporting
• Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and process improvements

• Lead financial due diligence for acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions
• Ensure accurate accounting and reporting for TIC structures and real estate–owned LLCs
• Provide actionable insights and financial reporting to senior leadership and ownership

• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, lenders, and investment partners
• Track and manage income tax filings, real estate tax reviews, and contestations
• Apply tax incentive and exemption programs (e.g., ICAP, ECSP, Brownfields)
• Ensure compliance with NYC and NY State real estate regulations

• Strengthen tenant application and onboarding processes
• Collaborate on lease agreements, modifications, and COI verification
• Support lease-up activity and manage tenant insurance compliance
• Oversee annual insurance renewals and tenant risk management

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and tax experience, with at least 3–4 years in real estate
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and real estate–specific accounting practices
• Experience with TICs, real estate LLCs, and NYC/NY State tax regulations
• Experience with real estate accounting software such as Yardi

Preferred

• CPA strongly preferred
• MBA or Master’s in Accounting a plus

• Proven leadership and executive-level management capabilities
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic
• Competitive base salary and bonus potential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Three weeks paid vacation plus sick leave
• Summer Friday program
• On-site parking and convenient public transit

For more information or a confidential discussion, contact Kenton at HireIQ.