Assistant Controller

This is an exceptional opportunity that offers clear career growth path, complexity in work and scope, a thriving business that is due to close yet another Fund raise and the cherry on top - it has achieved a work-life balance environment and culture. Rare. They are 3 days/week in-office.The firm is a private equity real estate investment firm founded over 20 years ago that invests in, acquires, and manages real assets across the country. The company operates a vertically integrated platform and manages over ~$4 billion in assets.Growth environment – Newest Fund just closed in October 2025 and closed ahead of target. They’re looking at another $200m as a SMA by end of May.You will be responsible for oversight of all fund-level accounting, reporting, compliance, and investor deliverables across one or more real estate investment vehicles. This role sits at the intersection of finance, operations, asset management, and investor relations, and requires strong technical accounting expertise combined with an understanding of real estate fund structures.Work closely with senior leadership, asset management, external fund administrators, auditors, tax advisors, and limited partners to ensure accurate reporting and disciplined financial controls.Key ResponsibilitiesFund accounting and reportingOversee all fund-level accounting activities, including capital calls, distributions, management fees, carried interest, and partner allocations.Review and approve quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP (investment company accounting under ASC 946).Ensure timely and accurate NAV calculations and investor capital account statements.Supervise third-party fund administrators, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial packages.Investor ReportingManage quarterly and annual investor reporting packages, including financial statements and capital account statements.Coordinate responses to LP inquiries in collaboration with investor relations.Support fundraising efforts by providing historical fund performance data and responding to financial due diligence requests.Audit and TaxLead annual fund audits; serve as primary liaison with external auditors.Coordinate with tax advisors on annual tax returns and K-1 preparation.Review tax allocations and ensure consistency with partnership agreements.Monitor compliance with fund governing documents (LPA, side letters).Controls and ComplianceMaintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting.Ensure adherence to fund governing documents and regulatory requirements.Oversee cash management processes at the fund level.Portfolio OversightCoordinate with asset management and property-level accounting teams to ensure accurate reporting from underlying investments.Review property-level financials and ensure consistency with fund-level reporting.Monitor fund liquidity, debt compliance, and distribution capacity.QUALIFICATIONS5-8+ years of relevant real estate accounting and finance experienceCPA preferredProficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Experience with Yardi a plusInvestment Management experience preferredDetail-oriented and results-oriented with a desire to learn and support new technologies and processes.Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team. Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to set priorities, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.Must have strong ability to interpret complex commercial lease language, related real estate documentation and have general property accounting knowledge in a fast-paced environment.Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written and the ability to effectively interface with all departments of the company in a highly professional manner.Adaptability to changing demands.