Controller

Dwight Investment Management LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 165,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Dwight Investment Management LLC, a real estate-focused investment manager, seeks a Commercial Real Estate Controller to lead loan, debt, and JV accounting for DIM. You will report to the Chief Accounting Officer and collaborate with investment and asset management teams, auditors, and tax advisors.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on CPA with deep real estate accounting experience, strong technical skills, and a track record of building high-performing teams. This is a high-visibility role in NYC.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of accounting/finance/operations experience with public and industry mix.
• CPA certification is required.
• Hands-on go-getter, proactive problem solver.
• Proficient with real estate accounting ERPs including Yardi and MRI.
• Strong GAAP and SEC reporting experience using Workiva or similar tools.
• Attention to detail and solid accounting fundamentals.
• Excellent communication with banks, vendors, and internal staff.
• Ability to prioritize tasks with strong time management.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues independently.
• Oversee Yardi (preferred), MRI, QuickBooks and wire execution processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage loan, debt, and JV partner accounting for open-ended REIT.
• Oversee accounts payable, cash positions, and partner distributions.
• Conduct technical accounting research and application (loan accounting, consolidation, VIE).
• Maintain accounting ledgers, loan tape, and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with investor reporting and distribution modeling.
• Coordinate with investment/asset management on watch list loans and impairment triggers.
• Monitor vendor invoices, closings, and payoffs.
• Collaborate with fund admin on monthly/quarterly financial reporting packages.
• Prepare warehouse compliance reporting to counterparties.
• Manage external audit process end-to-end and auditor relationships.
• Develop and mentor the accounting team; support SOX controls.
• Support tax in REIT qualification tests and related filings.

Skills

GAAP expertise

SEC reporting

Technical accounting

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Yardi experience

MRI experience

Workiva experience

Education

CPA certification

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Workiva

ActiveDisclosure

QuickBooks

Job description

Compensation: $165,000 - $210,000 / year

Department: Accounting

Location: New York City, NY

Compensation: $165,000 - $210,000 / year

Description

Dwight Investment Management ("DIM") is an actively managed real estate investment trust specializing in the origination and financing of commercial mortgages across a range of real estate asset classes. DIM works in conjunction with affiliate firm Dwight Capital to source and evaluate lending opportunities nationwide.

The Commercial Real Estate Controller will lead all loan, debt, and joint venture (JV) accounting for DIM, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, this is a highly visible role that partners closely with investment and asset management teams, external auditors, fund administrators, and tax advisors. The ideal candidate is a hands-on CPA with deep real estate experience, strong technical accounting skills, and a proven track record of building and leading high-performing accounting teams.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage loan, debt, and JV partner accounting for an open-ended REIT
• Oversee accounts payable, cash positions, and partner distributions
• Technical accounting research and application, including but not limited to loan accounting, consolidation, and VIE analysis
• Oversee and maintain accounting ledgers, loan tape, and bank reconciliations
• Assist with investor reporting and distribution models
• Coordinate with investment/asset management team on watch list loans and impairment triggers
• Monitor, document, and track vendor deal invoices, closings, and payoffs
• Work closely with fund admin in preparing financial reporting packages - monthly and quarterly
• Analyze and assemble warehouse compliance reporting to counterparties
• Manage the external audit process end-to-end, including planning, PBC list, technical memo support, and overall auditor relationship
• Manage, mentor, and develop the broader accounting team
• Support the Chief Accounting Officer in developing internal controls design and SOX control environment
• Support tax on the annual and quarterly REIT qualification tests
• Review and oversee the returns and forms, primarily 1099s and 1042s, of the fund, JVs, and affiliated structures prepared by an outside accounting firm, as well as other ad-hoc tax related items

Required Experience & Skill Sets

• 7-10 years of experience in an accounting/finance/operations role with a mix of public and industry experience
• CPA required
• Must be a go-getter and take initiative to solve problems
• Proficient with real estate accounting ERPs including Yardi, MRI, or others
• Strong GAAP and SEC financial reporting, including experience with Workiva, ActiveDisclosure, or other SEC reporting tools
• Accounting skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills with banking institutions, vendors, and internal staff
• Ability to prioritize tasks with strong time management skills
• Ability to troubleshoot issues independently
• Oversee use of Yardi (preferable), MRI, QuickBooks and wire executing processes

Note: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions and does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The Company may change job titles, duties, and responsibilities at any time.