Assistant Corporate Controller - Real Estate

Compensation: ~$120,000 base (DOE)
Industry: Construction / Real Estate
Status: Replacement of current employee

A well-established, multi-entity organization within the construction and real estate sector is seeking an Assistant Corporate Controller to support corporate accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance across a complex portfolio of properties and entities. This role works closely with senior leadership and plays a key part in closing, audit readiness, and banking relationships.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical accounting expertise, real estate knowledge, and experience operating in a multi-entity environment.

Prepare and review closing statement journal entries
, including month-end and year-end close

Handle loan closing journal entries
, loan draws, and reconciliations

Support and coordinate audit preparation
, schedules, and external auditor requests

Manage and support cost segregation studies and related accounting impacts

Support property tax appeals and real-estate-related tax matters

Oversee job cost accounting for construction and development projects

Assist with corporate banking relationships
, loan compliance, and reporting

Ensure accuracy and consistency across multiple legal entities

Support internal controls, policies, and accounting process improvements

Industry Background:

Experience managing accounting for multiple entities

Accounting

Experience:

Property tax appeal experience

Job cost accounting

Corporate banking exposure

Technical

Skills:

JD Edwards (JDE) – current, hands‑on experience required

Advanced Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)

Proficient in MS Office

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CPA-track strongly preferred

Experience supporting growth, acquisitions, or complex portfolios

Critical, visible role supporting corporate leadership

Stable organization with meaningful real estate assets

Opportunity to make immediate impact in a replacement hire