Job Overview – Property Management Assistant Controller (Hybrid):
Join our client’s real estate team as a Property Management Assistant Controller (Hybrid) in Fairfield, CT. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional with expertise in property management accounting, financial reporting, and Yardi systems. You will manage financial operations, budgeting, rent processing, and reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all accounting functions.
Compensation: $125,000 – $145,000/year + bonus
Location: Fairfield, CT
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Responsibilities as the Property Management Assistant Controller:
- Financial Operations: Oversee accounting processes, including monthly and year-end close.
- Budgeting & Expenses: Prepare budgets, financial statements, and expense reports.
- Revenue & Rent Processing: Manage rent collections, lease accounting, and resident charges.
- Reporting & Analysis: Generate financial reports and provide insights on property performance.
- Compliance & Process Improvement: Maintain internal controls and optimize accounting workflows.
- Team Collaboration: Support accounting staff and coordinate with property managers and auditors.
Qualifications for the Property Management Assistant Controller:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
- Experience: 6+ years of property management accounting experience in real estate, with a strong background in financial reporting and operational accounting.
- Technical Proficiency: Expertise in Yardi is required, with strong skills in Excel and financial management software.
- Skills & Attributes: Detail-oriented, analytical, and highly organized, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of lease accounting, property management financials, and real estate compliance requirements.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.