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Assistant Controller

CFS
Chestnut, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/14/2026
Title: Assistant Controller

Salary: $100,000-135,000 bonus

Location: Hybrid (3 days onsite; 2 days onsite after 6 months)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

  • Newly created role with a growing real estate organization
  • Portfolio valued at over $1.4 billion across residential and commercial properties
  • Award-winning company with strong training and professional development opportunities
  • Family-oriented atmosphere with a strong company culture
  • Hybrid schedule with increased flexibility after 6 months
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Opportunity to oversee the accounting team and work closely with the Controller

Assistant Controller Key Responsibilities

  • Manage accounting staff including hiring, training, development, and performance management
  • Prepare monthly financial statements for multiple properties
  • Advise accounting and property management teams on financial and accounting matters
  • Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash receipts
  • Ensure timely completion and review of general ledger analysis and bank reconciliations
  • Perform financial and budget analysis
  • Assist with development of annual property and corporate budgets
  • Support the Controller with day-to-day accounting, reporting, and financial analysis

Assistant Controller Qualifications

  • 5 years of accounting experience
  • Real estate accounting experience preferred
  • Strong managerial and supervisory experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred; Master’s degree a plus
  • Knowledge of Yardi or similar accounting systems
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills
  • Strong analytical abilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Salary : $95,000 - $130,000

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