Real Estate Fund Assistant Controller / Controller

Mission Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Staffing is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller/Controller to join a highly regarded alternative investment firm's finance team in New York. This newly created opportunity involves overseeing financial reporting, journal entries, and managing a team while actively contributing to the firm's growth.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably within alternative investments, along with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred). The role offers a base salary between $150,000 and $200,000 with total compensation potential up to $250,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting or finance experience within alternative investments.
• Combination of public accounting and industry experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting and general ledger activity.
• Lead monthly close activities including reconciliations and account analyses.
• Mentor junior team members and collaborate with finance leadership.

Skills

Accounting experience

Finance experience

Strong analytical abilities

Advanced Excel skills

Organizational abilities

Communication abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A highly regarded alternative investment firm is looking to add an Assistant Controller/Controller to its expanding finance team. This newly created opportunity offers direct exposure to senior leadership, team management responsibilities, and the chance to play a key role in supporting the firm’s continued growth and operational buildout.

A rapidly growing alternative investment platform focused on complex real asset and structured financing strategies with a strong institutional presence.

Job Description

• Oversee financial reporting, journal entries, and general ledger activity for multiple corporate entities
• Lead monthly close activities including reconciliations, accruals, and account analyses
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, treasury functions, and management reporting
• Manage expense processing, invoice approvals, and reporting workflows
• Coordinate with external auditors and support annual tax reporting processes
• Handle intercompany reconciliations and internal financial reporting responsibilities
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiencies
• Mentor junior team members and collaborate closely with finance leadership

Requirements / Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting or finance experience within alternative investments, asset management, or financial services
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred
• Combination of public accounting and industry experience preferredPrior experience within a management company accounting environment
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and intercompany accounting
• Experience overseeing or mentoring junior staff members
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Base Range: $150,000-$200,000. Total Compensation Range up to $225,000-$250,000