Corporate Controller | Real Estate Private Equity

Corporate Controller

Our client, a growing real estate investment and private equity firm, is seeking a hands-on Corporate Controller to lead the accounting function and partner closely with the firm's Managing Partners. This is not a role focused solely on oversight and review. The ideal candidate enjoys rolling up their sleeves, owning the day-to-day accounting operations, and serving as a trusted business partner to leadership.

You'll have broad responsibility across financial reporting, cash management, budgeting, and accounting operations while helping guide key financial decisions as the firm continues to grow.

Corporate Controller’s Key Responsibilities:

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• Oversee daily accounting operations and financial reporting
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• Lead month-end and year-end close processes
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• Manage cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting
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• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
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• Support partnership accounting and reporting
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• Partner directly with senior leadership on financial analysis and strategic initiatives
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• Drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls
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Qualifications:

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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
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• 7+ years of accounting experience
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• Prior Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar leadership experience preferred
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• Real estate, private equity, investment management, or family office experience highly desirable
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• Strong Excel skills; QuickBooks and Yardi experience a plus
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Location: Boston (hybrid)

Compensation: $150,000-$175,000 + Bonus

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