Strategic Real Estate Controller — LIHTC/HUD Compliance

Barnowl Advisory Group open roles; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnowl Advisory Group is seeking a Controller for a mission-driven property management and development client overseeing affordable housing, LIHTC properties, and mixed-use spaces. The role reports to the CFO and leads the accounting team, ensuring accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include managing all accounting operations, budgeting, audits, internal controls, and cross‑department collaboration with property management, development, and asset management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA certification and/or MBA preferred.
• 7+ years progressive accounting experience, with 3+ years in affordable housing, real estate, or nonprofit finance.
• GAAP knowledge with HUD/LIHTC experience.
• Proven experience supervising accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all accounting operations across Real Estate portfolio.
• Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for stakeholders.
• Maintain compliance with HUD, LIHTC, HOME, and other programs.
• Develop annual operating budgets in collaboration with leadership.
• Coordinate audits and improve processes for transparency.

Skills

7+ years accounting experience

Nonprofit/real estate experience

Education

CPA certification

MBA preferred

Tools

Onesite/RealPage

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Barnowl Advisory Group is seeking a Controller for a mission-driven property management and development client overseeing affordable housing, LIHTC properties, and mixed-use spaces. The role reports to the CFO and leads the accounting team, ensuring accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include managing all accounting operations, budgeting, audits, internal controls, and cross‑department collaboration with property management, development, and asset management.