Controller, Real Estate Accounting

ProPivotal; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

401k

Job summary

ProPivotal seeks a Controller to lead the accounting function for a fast-growing real estate company, partnering with the CFO on transaction analysis and key financial decisions.

You will oversee a small finance team, own the monthly close, and develop policies as the portfolio expands across residential, commercial, and development projects.

This leadership role requires 10+ years of real estate accounting experience; CPA is preferred, with on-site Boston base and a hybrid work pattern.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Real estate / property accounting experience preferred.
• Leadership experience at Controller or Assistant Controller level.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
• Manage and develop the accounting team, including reviewing work and improving workflows.
• Build and refine accounting policies and procedures (including CapEx capitalization guidelines).
• Support transaction and investment analysis including JV assets, distributions, and IRR style return analysis.
• Provide financial insights across a diverse portfolio (residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, development).
• Strengthen controls, documentation, and reporting cadence as the company scales.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA

Tools

Yardi

Job description

This newly created Controller role is a high impact opportunity to lead the accounting function for a fast growing yes well-established real estate company while also partnering closely with the CFO on transaction analysis and key financial decisions.

You will join a small (roughly 20 employees) andcapable finance team and step into a true leadership seat with direct reports, ownership of the close, and the chance to build and strengthen policies and procedures as the organization continues to acquire and expand. This is a great opportunity for someone that is a Controller or potentially Assistant Controller within a real estate firm whose mission has lead to success for over 40 years.

Key Details

• Location: Boston, MA 02135 (Allston) with free parking
• Work Arrangement: onsite initially for onboarding, then typically 3 days in office and 2 days remote
• Employment type: direct hire
• Compensation: $150,000 to $175,000 base (some flexibility)
• Bonus: 10% to 20% target
• Benefits: healthcare, dental, vision, 401k
• Industry: real estate and property management (roughly 100 properties, about $1B AUM)

Why This Job is Awesome / Your Impact

• Blend accounting leadership with deal support and analysis
• Partner directly with the CFO on evaluating potential transactions
• Help shape policies and financial processes for a rapidly growing portfolio
• Work for a well-established yet fast growing company who also gives back with supporting charities such as YouthBuild Boston and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting
• Manage and develop the accounting team, including reviewing work and improving workflows
• Build and refine accounting policies and procedures (including CapEx capitalization guidelines)
• Support transaction and investment analysis including JV assets, distributions, and IRR style return analysis
• Provide financial insights across a diverse portfolio (residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, development)
• Strengthen controls, documentation, and reporting cadence as the company scales

Credentials

• Bachelor's degree required
• CPA strongly preferred

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior leadership experience (Controller or Assistant Controller level)
• Real estate / property accounting experience strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a \"think outside the box\" approach
• Personable leader who can coach a small team and partner with senior stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Yardi experience
• Exposure to real estate investment or deal analysis (JV accounting, return metrics)