Controller

The Robert Joseph Group; United States; On-site; USD 83,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Robert Joseph Group is seeking a hands-on Interim Controller for a confidential real estate investment and development client. You will own the monthly close and oversee cash activity for a portfolio that includes multifamily, ground-up development, and other commercial assets.

Working with an experienced Senior Accountant, you’ll review and post journal entries, oversee financial reporting across multiple investment entities, monitor cash receipts and disbursements, and support investor

Qualifications

• Commercial real estate accounting experience is required.
• Direct ownership of a multi-entity close.
• Multifamily or ground-up development experience is especially relevant.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly close and oversee cash activity for a portfolio of assets.
• Review and post journal entries; oversee financial reporting across multiple investment entities.
• Monitor cash receipts and disbursements; support investor reporting.
• Coordinate tax workpapers with external advisors.

Skills

Journal entries

Month-end close

Cash management

Investor reporting

Tools

Yardi

Excel

Job description

Projected start by November 30, 2026.

Robert Joseph Group is seeking a hands‑on Interim Controller for a confidential real estate investment and development client. You’ll own the monthly close and oversee cash activity for a portfolio that includes multifamily, ground‑up development, and other commercial assets.

Working with an experienced Senior Accountant, you’ll review and post journal entries, oversee financial reporting across multiple investment entities, monitor cash receipts and disbursements, and support investor reporting. You’ll also coordinate tax workpapers and supporting schedules with the firm’s external tax advisors.

Commercial real estate accounting experience is required, along with direct ownership of a multi‑entity close. Multifamily or ground‑up development experience is especially relevant. Yardi and strong Excel skills are preferred.

Apply with your résumé, earliest start date, and desired hourly rate. Please include a brief note on the real estate assets you’ve supported and your experience leading the close.