Controller- real estate

CFS

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$170,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Automation, Autoscaling, Banking Services, Budgeting, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Cash Flow, Cash Management, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Strategy, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Healthcare, Leadership, NetSuite, Process Improvement, Real Estate, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
9 days ago

Real Estate Controller

Strategic Leadership Opportunity | High Visibility | Growth-Focused Organization
Location: On-site (Metropolitan Area)
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Compensation: $120,000–$170,000 + Performance Bonus


Why This Role Stands Out

This is more than a traditional Controller position—it’s a high-impact leadership role where you’ll shape financial strategy, influence executive decision-making, and help drive the continued expansion of a national real estate and senior living platform.

You’ll partner directly with executive leadership, gaining unmatched visibility and influence, while leading modernization efforts across systems and processes. The organization fosters a culture built on trust, autonomy, and accountability, giving you the space to lead effectively without micromanagement.

What you’ll gain:

  • Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic initiatives

  • A seat at the table influencing operational and financial performance

  • Clear growth trajectory as the platform continues to scale

  • A performance-based bonus that increases with impact and tenure

  • A culture that genuinely supports work-life balance, including Summer Fridays

  • Robust benefits package and generous PTO


What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll lead and elevate the entire accounting function while driving efficiency and accuracy across a complex, multi-site portfolio.

  • Oversee all core accounting operations (GL, AP/AR, payroll, property-level accounting)

  • Own the financial close process and deliver timely, accurate GAAP reporting

  • Strengthen internal controls, policies, and audit readiness

  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to guide business decisions

  • Manage cash flow, capital expenditures, and banking relationships

  • Drive systems improvements and automation initiatives to modernize finance operations


What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • 7+ years of accounting experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role

  • Experience with property-level or multi-site accounting environments

  • Background in senior living, healthcare, multifamily, or real estate preferred

  • Strong command of GAAP and internal controls

  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with systems such as NetSuite, Yardi, Ramp, or Sage Intacct

  • A leadership style that is hands-on, strategic, and collaborative


Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary ($120K–$170K)

  • Performance-based bonus with consistent upward growth potential

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Retirement plan with employer match

  • Summer Fridays + generous PTO + holidays

  • Additional ancillary benefits to support your well-being

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MaxSalary: USD170000
MinSalary: USD120000

About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/