On-Site Assistant Controller - Real Estate Finance Leader

Talentify; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Early access to earned wages

Job summary

JLL is seeking an Assistant Controller to join the on-site finance team in Seattle, WA, overseeing month-end close, reporting, budgeting, and cash management for a large real estate portfolio. This role partners with leadership to ensure GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of accounting experience (2–3 years in a supervisory role), CPA preferred, and a background in property management or real estate.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• 5-10 years of relevant accounting experience with 2-3 years in a controller or supervisory role.
• Property management or other real estate experience preferred.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving ability.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems with MRI and Yardi experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the period financial close activities to ensure GAAP reporting accuracy.
• Oversee budgeting and reforecast cycles for the portfolio.
• Supervise cash management procedures and AP cycle.
• Coordinate client reporting and data analysis for leadership reviews.
• Respond to accounting questions from property teams and client.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Education

BS in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

MRI

Yardi

Job description

JLL is seeking an Assistant Controller to join the on-site finance team in Seattle, WA, overseeing month-end close, reporting, budgeting, and cash management for a large real estate portfolio. This role partners with leadership to ensure GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of accounting experience (2–3 years in a supervisory role), CPA preferred, and a background in property management or real estate.