Controller- Real Estate/Property Mgmt

Controller – Multifamily Property Management
Hybrid | Training Onsite in Bellevue, WA
Salary: $110K–$125K + Bonus | Medical, Dental, Vision | 401K | Continued Education
Local Candidates Only

Our property management and investment client is seeking a hands-on, highly organized Controller to lead accounting operations for a portfolio of multifamily properties. This key role bridges property management and ownership, ensuring accurate financials and strategic insights.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee full-cycle accounting for multiple properties, including GL, AP/AR, and monthly close.


• Manage daily transactions in AppFolio: rent collections, tenant charges, deposits, and bank reconciliations.

Team & Collaboration

• Partner with property managers to align financials with operations.


• Liaise with vendors, banks, and financial partners.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare/review P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.


• Analyze financial results and forecast using Excel.

Budgeting & Planning

• Assist with annual budgets and performance tracking.


• Identify savings and optimization opportunities.

Lease Accounting

• Oversee rent, fees, and lease compliance in AppFolio.


• Resolve tenant billing issues with property management.

Compliance & Year-End

• Ensure GAAP compliance and support audits, tax filings, and 1099 prep.

• 5+ years as a Controller or Senior Property Accountant in multifamily.


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


• Proficient in AppFolio (preferred) and advanced Excel.


• Strong GAAP knowledge and multitasking ability.


• Excellent detail orientation and communication skills.


• Experience with cross-functional teams; QuickBooks/Yardi a plus.


• Familiarity with Fair Housing and landlord-tenant laws is a bonus.


• Comfortable operating as a one-person accounting team.