Property Controller

Robert Half

Job Description

Property Controller | Bethesda (4 days in-office) | $140-160K+Bonus

Are you a CPA with deep multifamily or commercial real estate accounting experience and a passion for leading teams, improving processes, and driving financial performance? We are seeking a Property Controller to oversee the accounting function for a real estate portfolio and serve as a trusted partner to operations, asset management, treasury, tax, and executive leadership. This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who brings strong technical accounting skills, sharp business judgment, and the ability to build a high-performing team. You will play a key role in financial reporting, cash management, internal controls, process improvement, and strategic decision support.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Portfolio Accounting

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Deliver accurate, timely financial statements and reporting
Review financial performance, analyze variances, and investigate unusual activity
Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
Oversee property accounting for a multifamily portfolio

Cash Management & Forecasting

Oversee cash management and liquidity forecasting
Monitor lender escrows, reserve balances, insurance funding, and investor distributions
Identify cash flow risks and recommend corrective actions
Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities

Controls, Compliance & Audit Support

Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance
Improve accounting policies, procedures, and reporting discipline
Ensure compliance with lender requirements, partnership agreements, and company policies
Support audits and tax reporting processes

Process Improvement & Systems

Identify and implement efficiencies across accounting operations
Support automation and system enhancement initiatives

Leadership & Business Partnership

Lead, coach, and develop the Property Accounting team
Set priorities, monitor performance, and foster accountability
Build strong partnerships across Asset Management, Operations, Treasury, Tax, and leadership
Provide proactive financial insights and actionable recommendations
Communicate risks early and help drive solutions

Why This Opportunity

This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who wants to do more than close the books. You will have the opportunity to strengthen controls, elevate team performance, improve systems, and provide financial leadership that supports portfolio growth and operational excellence.

If you are a collaborative and forward-thinking Property Controller ready to make a meaningful impact, please apply directly to this posting! Direct questions to Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA required
9+ years of progressive accounting experience
3–5+ years of leadership experience managing accounting teams
Multifamily or commercial real estate accounting experience required
Advanced knowledge of GAAP , financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and cash management
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities

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