Fully Remote Controller (MUST HAVE Real Estate & Construction Experience): $135K - $145K

Now Hiring: Fully Remote Controller (Real Estate Development & Construction) Remote – LA-Based is Required Client of Talent Edge Recruiting $130K–$145K ~ Flexible Hours Shape the Financial Future of a High-Growth Real Estate Venture A client of Talent Edge Recruiting, a dynamic and entrepreneurial real estate investment and development firm, is seeking a Controller to take ownership of their financial operations. This newly created position offers a rare opportunity to join an early-stage company with active projects, multiple entities, and ambitious growth plans—including launching a general contracting division. With just over $10M in current revenue and the potential to realize $70M–$100M across its ventures, this firm is positioned for significant expansion. The Controller will be a trusted partner to the CEO and play a pivotal role in bringing day-to-day accounting in-house. What You'll Do You’ll lead all accounting, reporting, and project-level financial operations, including: • Overseeing multi-entity accounting and intercompany reconciliations • Managing construction accounting workflows (draws, pay apps, job cost tracking) • Handling daily bookkeeping, cash flow, and bank reconciliations • Creating and maintaining project-level budgets and forecasts • Preparing monthly/quarterly financial statements and internal reports • Recording soft/hard costs, capitalized interest, and tracking overall development spend • Managing AR processes for the firm’s investment funds • Helping implement internal controls, approval processes, and accounting infrastructure • Working directly with the CEO and supporting project onboarding/setup ✅ Must-Have Qualifications • 5+ years of accounting experience in real estate development or construction • Strong understanding of construction financials (job costing, draws, cost tracking) • Experience with multi-entity accounting and QuickBooks Online • High level of organization, independence, and attention to detail • Excel proficiency and ability to develop cash flow models and financial projections • Familiarity with real estate capital structures (debt, equity, promote models) Ideal Traits • Plug-and-play mindset — ready to jump in without needing system training • Entrepreneurial spirit with comfort in fast-paced or early-stage environments • Someone who sees opportunity in chaos and thrives building processes from scratch • Willingness to grow with the company and eventually own the full accounting function Why Join? • High-impact role with direct access to leadership and decision-making • Long-term growth potential, including the ability to build out a full finance team • Flexible schedule (generally 8–4), remote-friendly, and highly collaborative culture • Open to equity opportunities and performance-based growth • Chance to be part of a real estate firm with vision, momentum, and integrity Apply Job! Apply to this Job