Assistant Controller

Full-Time | Salaried | Exempt
Reports To: VP of Accounting, Corporate Controller
Position Supervision: Accounting Managers, and others as assigned.
Revised: April 2026

About Us

Arqline is the property management arm of Alfred, a leading property technology company transforming residential real estate.

We operate a nationally scaled real-estate platform spanning property management, development, and investment operations, supported by centralized systems, shared technology, and a data-driven operating model. As we continue to grow and integrate, our focus is on building scalable, efficient financial infrastructure across all business lines.

Our approach combines operational discipline, strong internal controls, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure accurate financial reporting, streamlined processes, and sound decision-making across a complex portfolio of residential, commercial, and development assets. This enables us to support our teams, investors, and ownership groups with timely, reliable financial insights while maintaining compliance and operational excellence at scale.

About the Role

The Assistant Controller will oversee the day-to-day accounting function while partnering with leadership on strategic finance initiatives across a growing real-estate platform. This hands-on role is responsible for managing the monthly close process, producing accurate financial reporting, overseeing accounting operations, and driving process improvements that support scalability and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, experience leading teams, and a solid understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and real-estate accounting operations. This individual is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment while collaborating cross-functionally with operations and executive leadership.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
(Other duties may be assigned as business needs evolve.)

Monthly/Quarterly/Annual Close & Reporting

• Create, publish, and manage the monthly/quarterly financial-review schedule.
• Lead the month-end close; review and post all journal entries, accruals, and reclasses.
• Prepare and/or review property-level and consolidated financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Investigate and explain variances; deliver clear, actionable commentary to senior leadership, owners, and investors.
• Maintain and enforce a master calendar of recurring due dates, deadlines, and covenant requirements.

Planning, Budgeting & Analysis

• Upload and monitor annual operating budgets and long-range forecasts for residential, commercial, and development entities.
• Provide cash-flow, ROI, and capital-project analysis; monitor performance of all investments and developments.
• Support quarterly distribution calculations for investors and ownership groups.

Team Leadership & Oversight

• Direct, coach, and mentor a team of Accounting Managers, Property Accountants, and Specialists.
• Oversee daily cash analysis, AP processing, vendor management, and weekly payment runs; ensure timely, accurate disbursements.
• Uphold a culture of accountability, service, and continuous improvement across the department.
• Serve as a proactive business partner to Operations and clients by delivering responsive, solutions-oriented accounting support, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and maintaining a high standard of internal and external customer service. 

Systems, Controls & Process Improvement

• Assist in documenting and updating Accounting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Identify and implement software efficiencies (ERP, property-management, reporting, workflow, paperless initiatives).
• Maintain strong internal controls that safeguard assets and support GAAP compliance.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax preparers, lenders, and regulatory bodies; coordinate annual audit and tax filings.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. Active CPA preferred.

Experience:

• 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years supervising staff.
• Real-estate development, investment, or property-management background highly desired.
• Demonstrated success owning the close process and producing GAAP-level financial statements.

Skills:
Technical Expertise:

• Strong command of GAAP, internal controls, and financial-statement analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills (look-ups, pivots, modeling); experience with RealPage, Yardi, MRI, or similar property software.
• Ability to analyze large data sets and translate findings into clear business recommendations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Largely a sedentary office role. Occasional filing, lifting (up to 25 lbs.), or standing on a small step-stool may be required.

This job description is not all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.