Corporate Controller | Real Estate Private Equity
Creative Financial Staffing
Boston, MA · Posted November 3, 2026
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About the job
Corporate Controller
Our client, a growing real estate investment and private equity firm, is seeking a hands-on Corporate Controller to lead the accounting function and partner closely with the firm’s Managing Partners. This is not a role focused solely on oversight and review. The ideal candidate enjoys rolling up their sleeves, owning the day-to-day accounting operations, and serving as a trusted business partner to leadership.
You’ll have broad responsibility across financial reporting, cash management, budgeting, and accounting operations while helping guide key financial decisions as the firm continues to grow.
Corporate Controller’s Key Responsibilities:
Oversee daily accounting operations and financial reporting
Lead month-end and year-end close processes
Manage cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting
Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
Support partnership accounting and reporting
Partner directly with senior leadership on financial analysis and strategic initiatives
Drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
7+ years of accounting experience
Prior Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar leadership experience preferred
Real estate, private equity, investment management, or family office experience highly desirable
Strong Excel skills; QuickBooks and Yardi experience a plus
Location: Boston (hybrid)
Compensation: $150,000-$175,000 + Bonus
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