Assistant Controller - RE Investment

SNI Financial; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm seeks an experienced Assistant Controller in Dallas, TX. This role includes overseeing financial reporting, managing fund structures, and mentoring staff within a profitable company offering significant growth potential. Ideal candidates will have a background in real estate funds or alternative asset classes and will enjoy benefits like a 401(k) match and unlimited PTO.

Benefits

401(k) with 6% match and 4% contribution

Unlimited PTO

Flexible Hybrid Schedule

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–7+ years relevant experience, preferably in real estate or PE.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team management.
• Experience in financial reporting, compliance, and fund accounting.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing financial reporting and fund accounting activities.
• Managing preparation of financial statements and contributing to budgeting.
• Supervising Senior Accountants and collaborating with portfolio managers.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA

Job description

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SNI Financial has partnered with a well-established investment management firm who is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support the financial oversight of its PE and real estate-focused investment funds. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in real estate funds or alternative asset classes, who is comfortable managing fund structures and valuation processes.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Exceptional Retirement Benefits – Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match plus an additional 4% company contribution – that’s 10% of your salary invested in your future, completely on us.
• High-Growth, Profitable Company – Join a financially strong firm that's scaling fast, with exciting opportunities for growth and innovation.
• Unlimited PTO – Recharge as needed with flexible time off. They trust you to manage your time and performance.
• Flexible Hybrid Schedule – Work from home every Monday and Friday for a better work-life balance.
• Elite Team Environment – Collaborate with a tight-knit group of highly skilled professionals, many with Big 4 backgrounds.
• ️ Stability You Can Count On – We offer long-term security in a company that's built to last.
• Career Advancement – We’re growing quickly and promote from within. Your next step is already waiting

What You'll Be Doing…

The Assistant Controller will play a key role in overseeing financial reporting and fund accounting activities across client portfolios, with a focus on ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. This position is responsible for managing the preparation of financial statements, supporting the Controller with financial analysis, and contributing to budgeting and internal control processes. The role also involves supervising Senior Accountants and collaborating closely with portfolio managers in real estate and private equity, as well as operations and accounting teams across the organization.

• Review and validate investment performance metrics, including the calculation of performance-based fees, transaction-related earnings, and other fund-level economics.
• Monitor fund and entity-level cash balances, coordinating the timely release of surplus funds in line with governing agreements and investor terms.
• Portfolio and Asset Management for all accounting related matters
• Coordination, preparation, and timely completion of all audit reports and tax returns for portfolios.
• Acquisition and disposition of portfolio investments
• Managing and mentoring senior-level accounting staff

What We’re Looking For….

• Minimum of 6–7+ years of relevant experience, with a strong preference for candidates with a background in real estate, private equity or joint venture accounting.
• Will consider Big 4/Public Accounting with relevant client experience in real estate, PE or joint partnership accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• CPA
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team management and collaboration

If you're interested in learning more about this exceptional career opportunity, please apply or send your resume directly to [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Investment Management and Real Estate

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401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Pension plan

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