Assistant Controller

Elevate Recruiting; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevate Recruiting is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to oversee accounting operations for a large residential real estate portfolio. You will supervise accounting managers and senior accountants and partner with the VP of Accounting on strategic financial activities.

Responsibilities include month-end closes, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audits, and process improvements. Strong communication, ownership, and Excel proficiency are essential; CPA is preferred but not

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related field.
• CPA is preferred but not required; not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the accounting team (managers and senior accountants).
• Oversee property accounting: financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting.
• Prepare and review quarterly consolidated financial statements.
• Coordinate annual audit and tax prep with external auditors.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close incl. journals and reconciliations.
• Drive process improvements and workload prioritization with VP of Accounting.
• Manage select AP activities and staff development.
• Stay current on industry practices for continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Ownership & accountability

Organizational skills

Time management

Thrives in fast-paced env

Education

BA in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

CPA - preferred

Tools

Excel

Property management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support the oversight of accounting operations for a sizable residential real estate portfolio. This role partners closely with the VP of Accounting and leads a team of accounting managers and senior accountants.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the accounting team, including accounting managers and senior accountants responsible for month-end close activities across the portfolio
• Assist with the oversight of property accounting functions, including financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Prepare and review quarterly consolidated financial statements
• Support the annual audit and tax preparation process in coordination with external auditors and tax advisors, including workpaper preparation/review, document submission, and task coordination
• Participate in the month-end and year-end close processes, with review of journal entries and reconciliations
• Collaborate on special projects, process improvements, and workload prioritization with the VP of Accounting
• Interact with and oversee select work performed by the accounts payable team
• Provide staff training and manage team workload and development
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices in property accounting to support continuous improvement
• Handle miscellaneous projects and other related duties as assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications

• BA in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field; CPA is preferred but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability; follows through on commitments, takes initiative, and maintains confidentiality
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a high-volume environment
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills
• Familiarity with property management software