Assistant Controller

Title: Assistant Controller / Accounting Manager

Department: Corporate Accounting

Reports To: Chief Accounting Officer

Location: Philadelphia, PA (Corporate Office)

About Method Co.

Method Co. is an innovative real estate development and hospitality management company known for creating distinctive apartment hotels, boutique hotels, and culinary experiences across the country. As we continue to expand nationwide, we are growing our corporate accounting team and seeking talented, motivated leaders who embody integrity, collaboration, and operational excellence.

Role Summary

The Assistant Controller / Accounting Manager will play a key leadership role within the Corporate Accounting team, overseeing a group of Senior Accountants responsible for the financial reporting of a diverse real estate and hospitality portfolio. This position will own the month-end close process, ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and drive continuous process improvement across the accounting function.

Team Member Expectations

• Serve as a cultural ambassador of Method Co., fostering strong internal and external relationships with team members, investors, partners, auditors, and lenders.
• Cultivate a collaborative, high-performance team environment across the accounting function.
• Model integrity, professionalism, accountability, and sound judgment.
• Ensure a secure, healthy, and compliant work environment.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to all Method Co. policies.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 2–4 Senior Accountants; establish clear goals, provide regular feedback, and support professional development.
• Oversee the full month-end close cycle for a multi-property real estate and hospitality portfolio, including review and approval of journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Prepare and deliver accurate, GAAP-compliant financial statements (IS, BS, CF, RE) and detailed variance analyses for senior leadership, investors, and lenders.
• Consolidate property-level results into portfolio-wide reporting packages and present financial insights to executive leadership.
• Develop, document, and enhance standard operating procedures (SOPs) and internal controls to increase efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Oversee treasury and cash management functions: cash forecasting, bank reconciliations, fund transfers, and resolution of banking issues.
• Coordinate the annual budget and reforecast cycles; analyze performance versus plan and recommend corrective actions.
• Serve as primary liaison for external audits and tax engagements; prepare year-end audit schedules and support tax filing requirements.
• Act as system administrator and subject matter expert for Yardi, Sage Intacct, Concur, and integrations such as Mews and Omniboost; champion data accuracy and workflow automation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal policies, staying current with accounting standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; relevant certifications a plus.
• 4–8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in real estate, hospitality, or public accounting.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and tax-basis accounting.
• Proven track record managing accounting operations for diversified real estate or hospitality portfolios.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally with asset management, property operations, and external stakeholders.

Technical Skills

• Yardi Voyager
• Sage Intacct or comparable ERP
• Concur
• Treasury/banking platforms (First Trust, JPMorgan, Webster, PNC, etc.)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel; proficiency in Word and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with POS/PMS integrations (e.g., Mews, Omniboost)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional analytical abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret detailed financial information.
• Desire to work collaboratively as part of a growing, dynamic team with opportunities to learn and advance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with safe harbor match (100% up to 3%, 50% for the next 2%)
• Discretionary annual bonus of up to 10%, based on performance
• Paid Time Off: 10 days per year
• Personal Time: 5 days per year 1 floating day
• Paid Holidays: 7 per year