Assistant Controller
Job in
Stamford, Fairfield County, Connecticut, 06925, USA
Listed on 2026-01-22
Listing for:
CFS
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-22
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Corporate Finance, Accounting & Finance -
Accounting
Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Role: Assistant Controller
Location: Stamford, CT
Compensation: $120-160k, depending on experience
Position OverviewOur client, a prominent real estate firm, is seeking an Assistant Corporate Controller to manage accounting operations and financial reporting across their portfolio. This position will provide leadership to the accounting team while working in partnership with the Corporate Controller on enterprise-wide financial functions.
Key Responsibilities- Coordinate year-end audit processes with external audit firms, ensuring accurate financial statements and supporting documentation
- Oversee month‑end close activities across multiple entities and produce consolidated quarterly reports with detailed variance commentary
- Maintain capital asset records and manage depreciation tracking for the real estate portfolio
- Lead budget development and financial forecasting at both the entity and consolidated levels
- Collaborate with tax advisors on compliance matters for corporate structures and partnership entities
- Manage compliance and filing obligations for sales tax across applicable jurisdictions
- Handle municipal property tax reporting and filing requirements
- Develop quarterly income projections to inform ownership distribution decisions
- Partner with leadership to strengthen and document financial control procedures
- Support executive‑level financial presentations for governance and ownership meetings
- Take ownership of ad hoc financial analysis and strategic projects
- Accounting degree with a minimum of 5 years in progressively responsible accounting roles
- CPA designation highly desirable
- Property or real estate sector experience is ideal
- Proven ability to lead teams and communicate effectively across all organizational levels
- Solid foundation in general ledger accounting with expert‑level Excel capabilities
- Familiarity with enterprise accounting systems (Sage, Yardi, or comparable platforms) preferred
- Self‑motivated individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and demonstrates initiative
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