Controller

Controller

Location: Passaic, NJ

Work Setting: Hybrid

Compensation: $165,000 - $215,000 base salary + discretionary bonus

Lead Financial Operations Across a Growing Investment Platform.

We're hiring a Controller to oversee financial operations across a multi-entity investment group. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for accounting operations, internal controls, and financial reporting across a diverse portfolio of operating companies.

Reporting directly to the executive leadership team, the Controller will assess and evolve the current accounting structure, drive automation and operational efficiency, and help integrate new entities into the financial ecosystem. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, team leadership experience, and the judgment to balance transformation with financial discipline.

If you're excited to own the financial engine of a fast-moving investment group-and lead change with confidence and clarity-this is the opportunity for you.

What You'll Do

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, and payroll
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes in compliance with GAAP
• Manage and mentor a team of 15-20 accounting professionals
• Coordinate preparation of financial statements and investor reports for multiple entities
• Drive automation initiatives to streamline journal entries, reconciliations, and intercompany accounting
• Oversee lease and operational accounting for a portfolio of assets
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and partnership agreements
• Assess and restructure the accounting team and function as needed to meet business needs
• Collaborate with senior leadership across finance, operations, legal, and asset management
• Work with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance and timely filings
• Implement accounting best practices and promote a culture of continuous improvement

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA strongly preferred)
• 10-15+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting leadership roles
• Expertise in GAAP, SEC compliance, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Prior experience managing accounting functions for complex, multi-entity structures
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and assess accounting teams
• Strong understanding of automation tools and accounting system optimization
• Excellent judgment and communication skills, with an ability to drive change across departments
• Familiarity with commercial real estate accounting or private equity fund structures (preferred)

Preferred Experience

• Background in real estate, investment funds, or private equity-backed organizations
• Experience with accounting software such as MRI, Yardi, or cloud-based ERP systems
• Exposure to AP automation platforms and cross-entity consolidation
• Prior experience managing audits and working closely with legal/tax advisors

What You'll Get

• Competitive base salary of $165,000-$215,000
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation and sick/personal time
• High autonomy with direct access to executive decision-makers
• Opportunity to drive structural change across a multi-entity investment platform
• A leadership seat in a collaborative, ambitious, and growth-oriented environment

If you're ready to take ownership of a company-wide financial function-and you thrive in a fast-paced, evolving organization-this role is your next move. Apply today to lead the next phase of operational excellence.