Real Estate Controller Job at ProPivotal Staffing, Boston, MA

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  • ProPivotal Staffing
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

Real Estate Controller

A Boston-based real estate investment and development firm is seeking an experienced Real Estate Controller to lead financial operations, manage third-party accounting relationships, and optimize internal systems. This leadership position plays a key role in supporting growth and scalability while maintaining high standards in financial reporting and operational efficiency. The role offers a clear career path toward Chief Financial Officer (CFO), within a collaborative, flexible environment that promotes long-term professional development and work-life balance.

Compensation, Benefits, and Work Arrangement:

  • Base Salary: Up to $180,000 per year
  • Bonus: Up to 20% (bonus structure in development)
  • Benefits: Comprehensive package including healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k)
  • Work Arrangement: Hybrid – combination of in-office and remote work flexibility

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee third-party property accounting teams to ensure accurate reporting and timely financial deliverables
  • Manage internal accounting operations, including cash management, budgeting, and forecasting
  • Review monthly financial statements, reconciliations, accruals, and variance analyses
  • Prepare annual budgets, semi-annual forecasts, and quarterly financial updates for senior leadership
  • Oversee treasury functions, capital requisitions, and development project reporting
  • Manage annual CAM and real estate tax budget processes and reconciliations
  • Lead accounting system improvements and assist in software implementation projects (e.g., Yardi)

Required Experience:

  • 8+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience in real estate
  • Proven track record managing third-party accounting relationships
  • Experience preparing and overseeing corporate and property-level financial reports
  • Advanced Excel proficiency and familiarity with MRI or AvidXchange
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Nice-to-Have Experience:

  • Public accounting background or CPA designation
  • Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, and real estate development accounting
  • Familiarity with managing or implementing accounting software systems

Required Skills (Top 3):

  • Proficiency in Yardi or similar real estate accounting software
  • Strong cash management and financial forecasting capabilities
  • Demonstrated leadership and oversight skills in multi-entity accounting environments

There are no costs for candidates utilizing our services as our clients pay for all related hiring fees. All ProPivotal job postings are either actual positions we had available at the time of posting and/or are representative of positions we typically fill or expect to fill. If you see a job that interests you, respond to the ad or give us a call so that we can help you find a job you'll love. As one of the area's largest staffing firms, we help 2,500 people find jobs a year so chances are good that we can help you too.

ProPivotal is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.

Job Tags

Full time, Second job, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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