Assistant Controller

Real Estate One Family of Companies • Southfield, MI • 1h ago

**Are you a motivated, technically minded accounting professional searching for a place to plant roots, take on increasing responsibility, and grow your career long-term? If so, read on!

This is a hybrid role in Southfield, MI, requiring in-office work 3-4 days a week.

About Us ** The Real Estate One Family of Companies is a Michigan-based company and the largest real estate broker in the state, ranked 6th nationally. Entering their fourth generation of family ownership, The Real Estate One Family of Companies consists of eight real estate brands. From their co-workers to clients, the members of this company-wide family dedicate themselves to the core values of excellence, caring, integrity, teamwork, and empowerment. Demonstrating these values to their fullest potential has earned the honor of being one of Michigan's Top Workplaces since 2011. Every day is spent striving towards our mission of creating the best real estate experience through our family of services.

About the Role The Assistant Controller works closely with and under the direction of the Controller to support the full scope of accounting operations for the brokerage. This is a hands-on, detail-oriented role focused on execution and accuracy --- contributing to the month-end close, preparing journal entries and reconciliations, and supporting financial reporting and compliance processes led by the Controller. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation, a willingness to dig into the work, and a genuine drive to learn, improve, and grow. This is a growth role for a candidate who is ambitious, energetic, and looking to plant roots, build long-term within the organization, and advance toward a Controller-level position over time.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Month-End Close

Assist the Controller in executing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process

Prepare and post journal entries accurately and on schedule

Perform account reconciliations and support the resolution of reconciling items

Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accounting functions as directed

Adhere to accounting policies and the chart of accounts discipline across business lines

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Assist in the preparation of internal financial statements and management reporting packages

Prepare supporting schedules and audit-ready workpapers under the direction of the Controller

Support external audit coordination and respond to auditor requests

Assist with tax compliance support and liaison to external tax advisors as needed

Contribute to maintaining GAAP compliance across entities and business lines

Process Improvement & Technology

Identify and communicate inefficiencies in accounting workflows and support implementation of improvements

Participate in ERP and accounting system initiatives as directed

Contribute to the documentation and maintenance of accounting policies and internal controls

About You

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Prior progressive accounting experience required; public accounting experience strongly preferred

CPA license or active candidacy is preferred

Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards

Hands-on experience with journal entry preparation and account reconciliations

Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills

High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to meet recurring deadlines without exception

A self-starter who actively seeks answers, takes initiative, and does not w

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