About the Role

Controller

High-Impact Leadership Role
Location: On-site (Metropolitan Area)
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Compensation: 120,000-170,000

Why This Role

We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance for a national portfolio of senior living and real estate assets. This role is highly visible and serves as a key financial partner to executive leadership, with direct impact on operational performance, system modernization, and enterprise growth.

The organization offers a performance-based bonus that increases year over year, and a culture that values autonomy, accountability, and work-life balance-including Summer Fridays.

Highlights include:

• Direct access to executive leadership and strategic decision-making

• Business-critical role across a multi-site, national real estate portfolio

• Growing bonus structure tied to performance and tenure

• Career advancement as the platform continues to expand

• Summer Fridays, generous PTO, and strong benefits

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions including GL, AP/AR, payroll, and property-level accounting

• Prepare and review consolidated GAAP financial statements; manage month-end and year-end close

• Maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and audit readiness

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis

• Oversee cash management, bank reconciliations, and capital expenditures

• Lead finance systems strategy, implementations, and process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 7+ years of accounting experience; 3+ years in a Controller or senior leadership role

• Property-level accounting experience required

• Experience in senior living, assisted living, healthcare, multifamily, or multi-site operations preferred

• Strong GAAP knowledge and internal controls expertise

• Advanced Excel skills; experience with modern accounting systems (NetSuite, Ramp, Yardi, Sage Intacct)

• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus with year-over-year growth potential

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement plan with employer match

• Summer Fridays, generous PTO, holidays, and additional ancillary benefits

Job Details

• Location: New Jersey, United States
• Salary: – US Dollar . USD Annual