Controller

AION Management, a leading real estate investment and management firm, is seeking a Management Company Controller to join its team. The Controller will serve as the financial leader of the vertically integrated Property Management Company, responsible for the day-to-day financial operations including oversight of AP/AR, ensuring accurate and transparent financial reporting, operational efficiency, internal controls, and compliance across a portfolio of managed multifamily assets. This role oversees all accounting, financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting activities, while providing strategic financial insights to senior management. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in Management Company accounting and an ability to optimize processes and streamline systems within a dynamic, growth-oriented environment. This is a hands-on role offering exposure to all aspects of the business, with significant potential for growth and development. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions for a multifamily Property Management Company including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, property billing, intercompany transactions, and payroll. 
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company policies. 
• Coordinate and deliver monthly financial reporting packages, including bank reconciliations and cash flow reporting, to ownership. 
• Coordinate and review operating budgets, cash flow projections, and variance analyses. 
• Provide ongoing variance analysis, operational trend reporting, and recommendations to improve performance. 
• Establish and maintain standardized accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. 
• Supervise accounting staff, providing guidance, training, performance feedback, and instilling accountability. 
• Identify and implement process and system improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency, including automation and reporting tools. 
• Manage annual external audit.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; CPA designation preferred but not required. 
• 7–10 years of accounting experience within property management or real estate  
• Proficiency with property management accounting software (RealPage, Yardi, AppFolio, MRI, etc.). RealPage experience a big plus. 
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; experience building financial models and management dashboards is a plus. 
• Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills with strong attention to detail. 
• Motivated and dependable team player with impeccable ethics who maintains strict confidentiality
• ‘No job is too small’ mentality