Controller

This is a senior leadership role overseeing the full financial reporting function — from complex fund accounting to client-facing deliverables and audit management. You'll serve as both a hands-on technical leader and a trusted point of contact for fund managers, GPs, and institutional investors. The right candidate is a CPA from a public accounting firm with meaningful real estate fund experience who's ready to step into a high-visibility seat at a growing platform or has had similar experience in private industry. What you'll own: Lead all fund accounting and financial reporting for private real estate debt and equity funds across PE, credit, and direct/indirect investment structures Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual GAAP financial statements; own accuracy, completeness, and timeliness Serve as the primary relationship owner for fund managers, GPs, operators, and institutional investors — translating complex financials into clear, executive-ready reporting Manage all audit activity, including PCAOB and regulatory audits, as the main coordinator and point of contact Review and process third‑party investment reports, statements, and portfolio‑level analyses that underpin client deliverables Identify and drive improvements to accounting workflows, reporting processes, and internal controls Hire, develop, and retain a high‑performing accounting team; build the bench for continued platform growth Partner with the President and Senior Managing Director on strategic initiatives and new client onboarding Requirements Active CPA license Public accounting experience preferred Real estate fund accounting knowledge preferred (debt and/or equity structures) Advanced Excel; experience with fund accounting systems Executive‑level written and verbal communication skills #J-18808-Ljbffr Ryan, Miller & Associates Executive Search