Controller

CAROLINA PRG; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolina PRG partners with a growing real estate investment and management company to identify a Controller. This hands-on accounting leader will oversee property-level accounting, manage the close, and partner with the CFO to improve processes across multiple properties.

The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, timely financial reporting, and developing the property accounting team. You will lead the close, oversee financial statements, and strengthen internal controls in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• ,Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and CPA required.
• 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, with real estate/multifamily focus.
• Experience leading a property accounting team and coordinating across departments.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting principles.
• Experience with Entrata and Yardi or similar property management systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to model large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close across the multifamily portfolio.
• Oversee preparation and review of property-level financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Ensure accurate accounting for rental revenue, operating expenses, capex, debt activity, and other property transactions.
• Review GL activity, reconciliations, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, intercompany transactions.
• Maintain property books in accordance with GAAP and internal policies.
• Lead and develop the property accounting team with clear expectations and timelines.
• Strengthen policies, internal controls, and procedures for efficiency.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Coordinate accounting for properties joining/leaving portfolio.
• Support annual audits and tax return preparation; provide schedules and documentation.
• Partner with other departments to provide meaningful financial analysis.

Skills

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking/prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA designation

Tools

Entrata

Yardi

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Carolina PRG is partnering with an established real estate investment and management company to identify a Controller. This opportunity offers direct exposure to the CFO, leadership of an accounting team, and responsibility for accounting and financial reporting across multiple properties. They are seeking a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys developing people, strengthening processes, and partnering across departments to support business decisions.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will oversee property-level accounting and financial reporting, ensuring an accurate and timely close, reliable financial statements, and strong internal controls. Responsibilities include general ledger integrity, accounts payable and receivable oversight, cash management, and compliance with accounting policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes across the multifamily portfolio.
• Oversee the preparation and review of property-level financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure accurate accounting for rental revenue, operating expenses, capital expenditures, debt activity, and other property transactions.
• Review general ledger activity, account reconciliations, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.
• Maintain property books in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Lead and develop the property accounting team, establishing clear expectations for accuracy, accountability, and deadlines.
• Strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Coordinate accounting activities associated with properties joining or leaving the portfolio.
• Support annual audits and tax return preparation by overseeing required schedules and documentation.
• Partner with other departments to provide accurate financial information and meaningful analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and an active CPA designation required.
• 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including significant real estate or multifamily accounting experience.
• Prior experience managing or leading a property accounting team.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting principles.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing property-level financial statements and the monthly close process.
• Experience with multifamily property management and accounting systems, including Entrata and Yardi.
• Advanced Excel skills, including experience with large datasets and financial models.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.