Controller (Multifamily Real Estate)

TL;DR

Controller (Multifamily Real Estate): Overseeing day-to-day accounting operations for a growing multifamily portfolio in NYC with an accent on financial reporting, GAAP compliance, and team management. Focus on scaling accounting processes, managing offshore teams, and ensuring accurate NYC regulatory filings.

Location: Hybrid (New York City) — In-Office 4–5 Days/Week

Salary: $150,000 – $200,000 Base + Bonus

Company

A vertically integrated real estate investment and services firm specializing in the NYC multifamily market.

What you will do

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple multifamily properties and entities.
• Manage and mentor a team of remote and offshore property accountants and support staff.
• Oversee A/P, A/R, cash management, and treasury-related processes.
• Ensure accuracy and sign off on property-level financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and NYC regulatory filings (TC and RPIE).
• Partner with Asset Management teams on variance analysis and NOI drivers.

Requirements

• 8+ years of accounting experience within real estate.
• Strong multifamily property accounting experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Yardi and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience managing remote and/or offshore accounting teams.
• Deep understanding of accrual accounting and property-level financial reporting.
• Experience with NYC regulatory filings including TC and RPIE.

Nice to have

• CPA Designation.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and 401(k) participation.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.