ProPivotal
Commercial Real Estate Controller
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Controller to lead financial operations, oversee property-level accounting, and improve reporting accuracy and process efficiency. This position is ideal for a results-driven accounting professional with deep real estate expertise who’s ready to take full ownership of the firm’s accounting function and advance into a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role, this is a great opportunity for long-term advancement at a successful firm in Boston.
Why This Job Is Awesome:
Compensation: Competitive base salary up to $180,000, plus 20% bonus
Benefits: Comprehensive package including healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Hybrid Flexibility: Work 3 days in-office and 2 days remotely each week
Career Growth: Clear pathway to promotion into the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role as the organization scales
Culture: Supportive, collaborative, and flexible team environment that values professional growth and work-life balance
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage both internal and third-party property accounting teams, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and process improvement across all accounting functions
Oversee monthly property-level financials including reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, variance analysis, capital and TI project tracking, and cash flow projections
Prepare and review annual budgets, semi-annual forecasts, and detailed year-end work papers to support tax filings and audits
Manage property-level treasury operations, cash management, and job cost accounting for development projects
Support acquisitions and dispositions by coordinating financial due diligence and providing key accounting documentation
Oversee annual CAM and real estate tax budgets, reconciliations, and assist in implementing new accounting systems and process enhancements
Qualifications:
8+ years of progressive experience in real estate accounting or finance
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
Strong proficiency in Excel and real estate accounting systems such as Yardi, MRI, and AvidXchange
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with investors, external partners, and internal teams
Preferred:
Public accounting background
Expert knowledge of commercial real estate accounting practices
CPA license and/or advanced degree in Accounting or Business
ProPivotal is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.
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Why This Job Is Awesome:
Compensation: Competitive base salary up to $180,000, plus 20% bonus
Benefits: Comprehensive package including healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Hybrid Flexibility: Work 3 days in-office and 2 days remotely each week
Career Growth: Clear pathway to promotion into the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role as the organization scales
Culture: Supportive, collaborative, and flexible team environment that values professional growth and work-life balance
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage both internal and third-party property accounting teams, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and process improvement across all accounting functions
Oversee monthly property-level financials including reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, variance analysis, capital and TI project tracking, and cash flow projections
Prepare and review annual budgets, semi-annual forecasts, and detailed year-end work papers to support tax filings and audits
Manage property-level treasury operations, cash management, and job cost accounting for development projects
Support acquisitions and dispositions by coordinating financial due diligence and providing key accounting documentation
Oversee annual CAM and real estate tax budgets, reconciliations, and assist in implementing new accounting systems and process enhancements
Qualifications:
8+ years of progressive experience in real estate accounting or finance
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
Strong proficiency in Excel and real estate accounting systems such as Yardi, MRI, and AvidXchange
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with investors, external partners, and internal teams
Preferred:
Public accounting background
Expert knowledge of commercial real estate accounting practices
CPA license and/or advanced degree in Accounting or Business
ProPivotal is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.
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