Assistant Controller

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting; Burlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting in Greater Boston (Hybrid) is seeking an experienced accountant to lead financial close, reporting, and analytics for commercial real estate portfolios. You will manage multi-period consolidations, prepare statements, support audits, and drive improvements in accounting processes.

The role requires 5–10 years CRE accounting, public accounting background, and strong GAAP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is required.
• 5–10 years of accounting experience in commercial real estate.
• Public accounting experience required.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial statement prep, consolidations, and internal controls.
• Experience with MRI, Yardi, or similar real estate accounting platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including property-level consolidations.
• Prepare and review financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reporting.
• Coordinate quarterly financial reporting and support annual audit and tax compliance processes.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

MRI

Yardi

Job description

Greater Boston, MA | Hybrid

Compensation: $170,000–$200,000 Base + 20–30% Bonus

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including property-level consolidations.
• Prepare and review financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reporting.
• Coordinate quarterly financial reporting and support annual audit and tax compliance processes.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

Greater Boston, MA | Hybrid

Compensation: $170,000–$200,000 Base + 20–30% Bonus

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including property-level consolidations.
• Prepare and review financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reporting.
• Coordinate quarterly financial reporting and support annual audit and tax compliance processes.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Monitor and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate and implement technology solutions, including automation and AI tools, to streamline accounting functions.
• Support ongoing compliance and audit readiness initiatives.

Property Accounting & Portfolio Oversight

• Oversee property-level accounting activities and coordinate with third-party property management teams.
• Review and analyze monthly property financial statements, supporting schedules, and workpapers.
• Perform periodic reviews of property-level financial performance and accounting accuracy.
• Assist with portfolio cash management, treasury activities, and cash flow analysis.
• Review property budgets, reforecasts, rent rolls, and financial reporting.
• Oversee accounting related to capital projects and major property expenditures.
• Support accounting for property acquisitions, dispositions, and debt financing transactions.

Systems & Technology

• Serve as a key resource for the organization's accounting and financial reporting systems.
• Help improve financial reporting capabilities, data management, and accounting technology.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners on technology enhancements and system implementations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• 5–10 years of accounting experience within commercial real estate.
• Public accounting experience required
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial statement preparation, consolidations, and internal controls.
• Experience with commercial real estate accounting and property-level financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of MRI, Yardi, or similar real estate accounting platforms.

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