Controller / Vice President

Atlas Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Search is seeking a Controller / Vice President in New York City to oversee accounting for a diversified real estate fund. This role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing reporting efficiency.

Candidates should have 10–15 years of relevant experience, an active CPA, and a strong background in team management. The position offers a competitive salary range of $165,000 to $185,000, with potential bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in real estate fund or portfolio accounting/audit.
• Active CPA is required.
• Experience in managing teams in multi-entity environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of accounting and reporting for investments.
• Manage and mentor assistant controllers and portfolio accountants.
• Lead preparation of audit deliverables and manage annual audits.

Skills

Real estate fund accounting

Team management

Analytical skills

Excel/data management

Verbal communication

Education

Active CPA

Tools

MRI

Yardi

Workiva

Anaplan

Job description

Our client, a prominent and long-established real estate investment management platform, is seeking a Controller / Vice President to oversee accounting and reporting for a diversified, core open-end real estate fund in New York City. This high-impact leadership role manages a team responsible for property and fund-level controls, provides oversight on acquisitions, dispositions, and joint ventures, and partners closely with portfolio management, tax, and investor relations on special projects. The fund’s structure offers broad exposure to multiple property types and ownership models, as well as involvement with tax planning and investor-centric initiatives.

The annual base salary range is $165,000 to $185,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of accounting and reporting for direct real estate investments, complex joint ventures, and portfolio consolidations
• Manage and mentor assistant controllers and portfolio accountants, directing reviews of third-party manager accounts and property-level financials
• Review quarterly and annual close processes, consolidation, and financial reporting packages
• Oversee cash flow reporting, debt compliance, and loan covenant analysis for diversified asset classes
• Lead the preparation of audit deliverables and manage annual audits, financial statement coordination, and tax-related reporting
• Guide the accounting for acquisitions, dispositions, and new financings
• Support performance measurement, budget/forecast processes, and compliance with regulatory requirements in partnership with corporate accounting and data teams
• Engage directly with investors, responding to client inquiries and requests with a high degree of professionalism
• Collaborate closely with asset management, portfolio teams, and external partners (audit, tax, legal) on ongoing and ad hoc projects
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, technology adoption, and efficiency in reporting and operations

Job Requirements

• 10–15 years of experience in real estate fund or portfolio accounting/audit, with progressive leadership responsibilities
• Active CPA required
• Public accounting background required (Big 4 strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated experience managing teams and working in multi-entity environments
• Strong analytical and Excel/data management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with MRI or Yardi is a plus; knowledge of Workiva or Anaplan a plus
• Exposure to REIT structures or private equity real estate environments preferred