Real Estate Assistant Controller

Assistant Real Estate Controller
Job Description

Arcan Capital is dedicated to creating exceptional returns for our investors by providing outstanding homes for our residents. As an Assistant Controller, you will play a key supporting role in overseeing property accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting across our portfolio. This position is ideal for an accounting professional with 2–3 years of real estate or property management experience who is ready to grow into a leadership-focused role.
If you are detail-oriented, organized, and eager to expand your expertise in a fast-paced real estate environment, we encourage you to apply.

About Arcan Capital

Founded in 2016, Arcan Capital is a rapidly growing company specializing in the acquisition and management of apartment properties across the Southeastern United States. With a team of over 100 employees—and plans to continue expanding—you will be an integral part of our continued success.
At Arcan Capital, we foster a collaborative, dynamic, and performance-driven culture. We are committed to supporting the professional growth of our employees while delivering exceptional experiences to our residents and stakeholders.

Job Summary

As the Assistant Controller, you will support the Controller in managing day-to-day accounting operations for a portfolio of properties. You will assist with month-end close, financial statement preparation and review, reconciliations, and audit support while helping maintain strong internal controls and accurate reporting.

This role requires hands-on property accounting experience, strong attention to detail (including small variances), working knowledge of Yardi, and the ability to collaborate effectively across accounting, asset management, and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing accounting operations for a portfolio of real estate assets, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reclasses, accruals, and month-end close schedules.
• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
• Perform and review bank reconciliations, cash activity, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Monitor property-level financial performance and assist with variance analysis and budget tracking.
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing documentation and responding to requests.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with property management and asset management teams to resolve accounting issues and improve processes.
• Assist in training and supporting property accountants as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• 2–3 years of experience in real estate or property management accounting required.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and property-level accounting principles.
• Experience preparing journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and assisting with month-end close.
• Working knowledge of Yardi property management software required.
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, professional approach.
• High level of integrity and accountability.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Prior experience as a Senior Accountant, Property Accountant, or similar role preferred.
• Experience with multifamily or commercial real estate portfolios strongly preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Why Join Arcan Capital?

Supportive and people-focused culture — We believe in fostering long-term relationships with our employees and offering meaningful career development opportunities.
Opportunities for growth — We invest in our team members and promote from within whenever possible.
Competitive compensation & benefits — We offer medical, dental, and vision plans, two weeks of paid vacation, five days of PTO/sick leave, a matching 401(k) program, and more.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your real estate accounting career and grow with a dynamic and expanding organization, we encourage you to apply today!