Assistant Corporate Controller - Real Estate

Assistant Corporate Controller Compensation:

~$120,000 base (DOE) Industry:

Construction / Real Estate Status:

Replacement of current employee

Position Overview 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.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

Industry Background:

Construction and/or Real Estate

Experience managing accounting for

multiple entities

Accounting Experience:

Strong real estate accounting background

Cost segregation experience

Property tax appeal experience

Job cost accounting

Audit preparation experience

Corporate banking exposure

Technical Skills:

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

Advanced

Excel

(VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)

Proficient in MS Office

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CPA‑track strongly preferred

Experience supporting growth, acquisitions, or complex portfolios

Why This Role

Critical, visible role supporting corporate leadership

Stable organization with meaningful real estate assets

Opportunity to make immediate impact in a replacement hire

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