Interim Controller | Commercial Real Estate | Remote

The Robert Joseph Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 103,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

The Robert Joseph Group is seeking a hands-on Interim Controller for a confidential real estate investment and development client in Washington, DC. You’ll own the monthly close and oversee cash activity for a diversified portfolio.

Responsibilities include reviewing and posting journal entries, supervising financial reporting across multiple entities, monitoring cash receipts and disbursements, and coordinating tax workpapers with external advisors.

Qualifications

• Commercial real estate accounting experience is required.
• Direct ownership of a multi-entity close is expected.
• Yardi and strong Excel skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excel

Journal entries

Cash flow management

Financial reporting

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Six-month consulting assignment | $75–$100/hour W-2, depending on experience
Start by November 30, 2026. Earlier availability preferred.

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.