🔎 Now Hiring: Controller – Commercial Real Estate
📍 Onsite | Fort Wayne, IN💰 $120,000–$130,000 + Bonus Potential✨ 100% Paid Benefits | 401(k) + Match | 3 Weeks PTOOur client, a growing and privately held commercial real estate firm based in Fort Wayne, IN, is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead corporate financial operations and contribute directly to strategic growth.This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a smaller, fast-paced environment, enjoys variety, and isn’t afraid to say, “I don’t know — but I’ll figure it out.”🔧 Key Responsibilities
- Lead all corporate-level accounting, reporting, and compliance
- Oversee a small team (3–6) including accounting staff and administrative support
- Manage 16–20 sets of monthly books, including multi-building portfolios
- Ensure accuracy of financials at the corporate level (property-level accounting is well-established)
- Oversee HR functions: benefits, employee relations, and insurance programs
- Collaborate with ownership on strategic decisions and growth planning
- Assist with client financial communications and issue resolution
- Manage financials for both the real estate portfolio and a third-party maintenance company
- Coordinate with outsourced partners for payroll and IT
- Report directly to the Founder/Owner and Director of Operations
âś… Candidate Profile
- 3+ years in a Controller or senior accounting role within commercial real estate
- Strong background in corporate finance and HR
- Experience managing and mentoring small teams
- Proficiency in Yardi
- Independent, solution-oriented, and resourceful
- Energetic and adaptable, with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude
- Interest in AI tools for finance/operations is a plus
đź’Ľ Why This Role Stands Out
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental & vision coverage
- 401(k) with match – immediately vested
- 3 weeks PTO + 7 paid holidays
- Family-friendly employer with flexible scheduling
- High-impact role in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment
*************LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY ******************Please Note: This position is open to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. We are not able to consider C2C arrangements or third-party submissions.
