Assistant Controller

Now Hiring: Assistant Controller | Real Estate Investment | Chicago, IL (Hybrid) | $130k to $150k + Bonus | Health/Vision/Dental/PTO/401k

We're working with a growing real estate investment firm in Chicago that is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support fund and property-level reporting, standardize processes, and ensure compliance across multiple entities.

This is a high-impact role for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to help build structure in a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support all tax and audit functions across entities, ensuring timely filing of returns and accurate K-1 distribution to partners

• Finalize and enforce the standards outlined in the Asset Management Manual, working closely with asset management and third-party property managers

• Maintain financial integrity through oversight of the property management audit program, including monthly audit checklists for each active asset

• Assess the current accounting and reporting software stack, recommending improvements or upgrades to leadership to reduce manual processes

• Own the fund reporting function, ensuring quarterly reports are completed accurately and within 30 days of quarter-end

• Develop and document reporting procedures, from data gathering to final distribution

Qualifications:

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

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in real estate or fund accounting

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and compliance requirements

• Experience managing audits, tax reporting, and working with third-party property management companies

• Comfortable with ERP systems and open to evaluating and implementing software solutions

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to communicate clearly with both internal teams and external partners
  
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