{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f23813295bef842691ee4e0d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f23813295bef842691ee4e0d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f23813295bef842691ee4e0d","title":"Controller","description":"Controller |Queens, NY| On-site\r\nEqualAccess(on behalf of a confidential client)The Role\r\nThis is an accounting role at a real estate development firm based in Queens. The client operates in the development space, and they are looking for someone who understands the financial mechanics of real estate projects from the ground up, not just general ledger maintenance or corporate accounting.\r\nThis is a hands-on seat. The person who succeeds here will be comfortable working close to the deals, the draws, the lenders, and the numbers that actually drive development decisions. This is not a passive reporting role, and it is not a large-team environment where work gets handed off between layers of staff.What This Role Is, and Is Not\r\nThis role is:\r\nA core accounting function embedded in an active real estate development operation\r\nResponsible for project-level financial tracking, reporting, and compliance\r\nA role requiring familiarity with construction draws, equity waterfalls, or development cost accounting\r\nA position with real visibility into how deals are structured and fundedThis role is NOT:\r\nA corporate or public accounting role with standardized, repeating cycles\r\nA fit for someone who has only worked in audit or tax without development exposure\r\nA high-headcount environment with defined handoffs and support layers\r\nA remote or hybrid positionRequired Experience & Traits\r\nSolid background in real estate development accounting, specifically at the project level, not just fund or asset management accounting\r\nFamiliarity with construction loan draws, lender reporting, and cost tracking against project budgets\r\nComfort working with ownership and project management directly, without a large finance team around you\r\nStrong command of general ledger, job costing, and period-end close in a development context\r\nAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously without losing precision on any of them\r\nA degree is standard for this role, but direct experience in real estate development accounting matters more than where you went to schoolKey Responsibilities\r\nProject Accounting & Cost Tracking\r\nMaintain accurate project-level books across the development portfolio, tracking costs against approved budgets\r\nProcess and reconcile construction draws, flagging discrepancies early and keeping lender documentation complete\r\nFinancial Reporting\r\nPrepare internal financial reports for ownership and project stakeholders, presenting a clear picture of where each project stands\r\nSupport preparation of financial statements and schedules required by lenders, investors, or partners\r\nCompliance & Audit Support\r\nMaintain documentation and records in line with lender, investor, and regulatory requirements\r\nCoordinate with external auditors and tax preparers, providing clean workpapers and timely responses\r\nBudgeting & Forecasting\r\nAssist in building and updating project pro formas and cash flow projections as development timelines evolve\r\nFlag budget variances and work with the development team to understand and address the root cause\r\nSystems & Process\r\nWork within existing accounting systems and, where appropriate, recommend improvements to how costs and reporting are tracked across the portfolioCompensation\r\nBase salary: $135,000 - $180,000\r\nTotal compensation details to be discussed during the interview processWhy EqualAccess\r\nEqualAccess partners with best-in-class organizations and supports candidates beyond placement. Every candidate we place receives 3 months of post-hire coaching and career support, ensuring long-term success and growth.","company":"Equalaccess","rawCompany":"equalaccess","city":"Woodside","state":"NY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-19T01:09:08.936Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"},{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"},{"code":"43-3031.00","title":"Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks","slug":"bookkeeping-accounting-and-auditing-clerks"}],"industries":[{"code":"523940","title":"Portfolio Management and Investment Advice","slug":"portfolio-management-and-investment-advice"},{"code":"236116","title":"New Multifamily Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)","slug":"new-multifamily-housing-construction-except-for-sale-builders"},{"code":"541219","title":"Other Accounting Services","slug":"other-accounting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Controller","description":"Controller |Queens, NY| On-site\r\nEqualAccess(on behalf of a confidential client)The Role\r\nThis is an accounting role at a real estate development firm based in Queens. The client operates in the development space, and they are looking for someone who understands the financial mechanics of real estate projects from the ground up, not just general ledger maintenance or corporate accounting.\r\nThis is a hands-on seat. The person who succeeds here will be comfortable working close to the deals, the draws, the lenders, and the numbers that actually drive development decisions. 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