Assistant Controller

The Intersect Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Intersect Group seeks an Assistant Controller to manage accounting and financial reporting across a growing multifamily real estate portfolio. The role blends hands-on technical accounting with team leadership, process improvement, and close collaboration with senior accounting leadership.

You will lead month-end closes, prepare financial statements, support lender and investor reporting, and provide audit support across multiple entities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within real estate or multifamily housing.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA designation or active candidacy strongly preferred.
• Strong experience with month-end close, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience supporting lender reporting, investor reporting, audits, and compliance‑related financial documentation.
• Knowledge of multifamily real estate accounting and property‑level financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies.
• Review property‑level financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to distribution.
• Support lender, investor, and regulatory reporting requirements, including documentation related to affordable housing funding programs.
• Prepare and coordinate audit support schedules and financial documentation for external auditors.
• Assist with accounting setup and financial integration for acquisitions, financings, and refinancing.
• Collaborate with property management and operations teams to resolve accounting issues and ensure adherence to policies.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of senior and staff accountants, including workload management and training.
• Drive process improvements to strengthen internal controls and reporting efficiency.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Team management

Audits & compliance

Intercompany / multi-entity

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Excel

Job description

We are seeking an Assistant Controller to support the accounting and financial reporting function across a growing multifamily real estate portfolio. This role is ideal for a hands‑on accounting leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys balancing technical accounting responsibilities with team leadership and process improvement.

Working closely with senior accounting leadership, the Assistant Controller will play a critical role in month‑end close activities, financial reporting, lender and investor compliance reporting, audit support, and portfolio accounting oversight. This individual will also lead and develop a team of accounting professionals while helping ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations across multiple entities and properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations, investigate variances, and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Review property‑level financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to distribution.
• Support lender, investor, and regulatory reporting requirements, including documentation related to affordable housing funding programs.
• Prepare and coordinate audit support schedules, PBC requests, and financial documentation for external auditors and stakeholders.
• Assist with accounting setup and financial integration activities related to property acquisitions, financings, and refinancing.
• Collaborate with property management and operational teams to resolve accounting issues and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of senior and staff accountants, including workload management, performance feedback, training, and professional development.
• Support process improvement initiatives designed to strengthen internal controls, reporting efficiency, and accounting accuracy.

Key Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within real estate, multifamily property management, or affordable housing organizations.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA designation or active CPA candidacy strongly preferred.
• Strong experience with month‑end close, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience supporting lender reporting, investor reporting, audits, and compliance‑related financial documentation.
• Knowledge of multifamily real estate accounting and property‑level financial reporting.
• Experience with affordable housing programs such as HUD, CDBG, LIHTC, or other government‑funded housing initiatives is highly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with property management or accounting platforms such as Yardi, MRI, or similar systems.
• Prior experience managing and developing accounting staff, including performance management and workflow oversight.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple entities, priorities, and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification or progress toward CPA licensure.
• Experience working within affordable housing, mixed‑use, or multifamily real estate portfolios.
• Exposure to acquisition accounting, refinancing transactions, and property onboarding processes.
• Experience implementing process improvements and strengthening accounting controls within a growing organization.