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Job Description The Assistant Controller supports the Controller in overseeing the accounting operations of a Real Estate Development company, property leasing and management company, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls across multiple properties, entities, and business lines. This role is responsible for day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, financial statement preparation, and collaboration with property management, leasing, and operations teams to ensure financial accuracy and operational alignment. The Assistant Controller plays a critical role in scaling accounting processes, supporting audits, improving systems, and maintaining financial integrity across residential, commercial, and mixed-use portfolios. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Close Process u2022u2003Manage and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process for multiple properties and legal entities u2022u2003Prepare and review monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow reports, and variance analyses across multiple financial entities. u2022u2003Ensure accurate intercompany transactions, eliminations, and allocations u2022u2003Reconcile general ledger accounts, including cash, prepaid expenses, accruals, security deposits, and reserves u2022u2003Review journal entries and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance Real Estate, Construction, Property & Leasing Accounting u2022u2003Oversee accounting for job costing, rental income, CAM charges, late fees, concessions, and tenant reimbursements u2022u2003Ensure proper recognition of revenue in accordance with lease agreements and accounting standards u2022u2003Review and reconcile tenant ledgers, rent rolls, and occupancy reports u2022u2003Coordinate with leasing and property management teams to resolve billing tenant account discrepancies and posting issues u2022u2003Support accounting related to new property acquisitions, dispositions, and lease-ups Accounts Payable, Receivable & Cash Management u2022u2003Oversee Supports accounts payable processes department, including invoice coding, approvals, and vendor payments u2022u2003Review accounts receivable aging, delinquency reports, collections, and tenant balances u2022u2003Monitor cash balances and assist with cash flow forecasting u2022u2003Reconcile operating accounts, trust accounts, and security deposit accounts Budgeting & Forecasting u2022u2003Assist in the preparation of annual operating budgets and capital budgets for properties and management entities u2022u2003Track actual performance against budget and provide variance explanations u2022u2003Support forecasting and financial modeling for new developments, property improvements, and operational changes Compliance, Controls & Audit Support u2022u2003Maintain and enforce internal accounting controls and standard operating procedures u2022u2003Ensure compliance with GAAP, lender requirements, and regulatory standards u2022u2003Support internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules and documentation u2022u2003Assist with tax preparation support, including coordination with external tax advisors u2022u2003Ensure compliance with state and local requirements related to property management and escrow accounts Systems & Process Improvement u2022u2003Assist with the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of property management and accounting systems (e.g., Yardi, AppFolio, MRI, RealPage, or similar) u2022u2003Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilities u2022u2003Develop and document accounting procedures and workflows u2022u2003Support automation initiatives related to reporting, reconciliations, and data validation Leadership & Collaboration u2022u2003Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including property accountants and AP/AR team members u2022u2003Serve as a financial partner to property managers, regional managers, and operations leadership u2022u2003Provide training and guidance on accounting policies, procedures, and best practices u2022u2003Act as backup to the Controller as needed We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements Required Qualifications u2022u2003Bacheloru2019s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field u2022u20035u20138+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within property management, leasing, real estate, or multi-entity environments u2022u2003Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close u2022u2003Experience working with property management accounting systems u2022u2003Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, financial analysis) u2022u2003Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Preferred Qualifications u2022u2003CPA or CPA-eligible strongly preferred u2022u2003Experience with multi-state or multi-property portfolios u2022u2003Familiarity with CAM reconciliations, job cost account, reserve accounting, and lender reporting u2022u2003Experience supporting audits and tax filings u2022u2003Background in both residential and commercial leasing environments