Assistant Controller

Alliance Resource Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Resource Group seeks a senior accounting leader to oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting across multiple entities.

You will manage real estate accounting for a diversified portfolio, including monitoring capex, development projects, and fixed assets, while guiding consolidations and intercompany activity. A strong emphasis on policy improvements and internal controls will drive automation and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Prior real estate industry experience required, including property accounting and multi-entity reporting.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with real estate accounting software and large ERP systems (Yardi, MRI, JD Edwards, Oracle, or similar preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Oversee accounting for a diversified real estate portfolio and monitor capital expenditures, development projects, and fixed asset accounting.
• Mentor, develop, and supervise members of the accounting team while fostering a collaborative environment.
• Coordinate annual financial statement audits and work closely with external auditors; ensure compliance with policies and GAAP.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

Yardi

MRI

JD Edwards

Oracle

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting & Financial Reporting Assist in overseeing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the accounting team. Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Ensure the integrity of the general ledger and maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities. Assist with consolidations and intercompany accounting where applicable.
• Real Estate Accounting Oversee accounting for a diversified real estate portfolio, including commercial, retail, office, industrial, or multifamily assets. Monitor capital expenditures, development projects, and fixed asset accounting. Ensure compliance with lender reporting requirements and ownership reporting packages.
• Leadership & Operations Mentor, develop, and supervise members of the accounting team while fostering a collaborative environment. Assist with establishing and improving accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Drive process improvements and help identify opportunities to streamline workflows through technology and automation. Serve as a key resource for cross-functional teams, including Operations, Asset Management, and Finance.
• Compliance & Audit Coordinate annual financial statement audits and work closely with external auditors. Assist with tax reporting by partnering with outside tax advisors. Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting & Financial Reporting Assist in overseeing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the accounting team. Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Ensure the integrity of the general ledger and maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities. Assist with consolidations and intercompany accounting where applicable.
• Real Estate Accounting Oversee accounting for a diversified real estate portfolio, including commercial, retail, office, industrial, or multifamily assets. Monitor capital expenditures, development projects, and fixed asset accounting. Ensure compliance with lender reporting requirements and ownership reporting packages.
• Leadership & Operations Mentor, develop, and supervise members of the accounting team while fostering a collaborative environment. Assist with establishing and improving accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Drive process improvements and help identify opportunities to streamline workflows through technology and automation. Serve as a key resource for cross-functional teams, including Operations, Asset Management, and Finance.
• Compliance & Audit Coordinate annual financial statement audits and work closely with external auditors. Assist with tax reporting by partnering with outside tax advisors. Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Prior real estate industry experience required, including property accounting and multi-entity reporting.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with real estate accounting software and large ERP systems (Yardi, MRI, JD Edwards, Oracle, or similar preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across multiple departments.

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on leader who enjoys mentoring and developing teams.
• Strong technical accounting background with excellent attention to detail.
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative, relationship-driven environment.
• Process improvement mindset with the ability to identify efficiencies and implement best practices.
• Professional who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a highly regarded and financially stable real estate organization with a long-standing presence in the Los Angeles market.
• High visibility with executive leadership and meaningful opportunities for career growth.
• Collaborative culture that values teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation package including bonus potential and comprehensive benefits.