Controller – Investment Accounting & Reporting

If you're driven and looking for a collaborative workplace that makes a difference, you just might be a fit for Fairfield! We are a leader in the multifamily housing industry and we're passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. As we continue to grow, we're dedicated to investing in our people. Our culture is built on trust, support, and the drive to do great work. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to make an impact, develop your skills, and be part of something bigger. Come build your future with us!

The Controller – Investment Accounting & Reporting plays a key role in overseeing fund-level accounting, consolidation, investor reporting, and compliance activities. This position partners closely with investment, portfolio management, and property accounting teams while leading accounting staff and managing external audit and investor relationships.

Below is a snapshot of what this role is all about. While there is more to it, this is the core focus.

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual investor reporting
• Lead fund consolidation and financial statement preparation
• Prepare and review NCREIF and Market Value reporting

• Interpret legal agreements for accounting treatment
• Manage audits and SOX compliance
• Ensure compliance with executed agreements and regulations

• Present financial results to management
• Support investor discussions related to fund performance
• Perform financial analysis and ad hoc reporting

• Manage fund-level contributions and distributions
• Oversee equity transactions and quarterly distributions
• Review and approve outgoing wires

• Lead and develop accounting staff
• Oversee daily accounting operations and approvals
• Partner with property accounting and portfolio management teams

We're all about creating communities that people are proud to call home. Being a part of Fairfield means more than a rewarding career with personal growth. It's a partnership, working alongside colleagues in an open-dialogue environment that encourages growth and the sharing of ideas. We know that our associates are a key ingredient to our success, and we're proud to reflect that in our culture.

• Driven by Vision: We are a vertically integrated operator and investment manager in the multifamily sector with in-house development, construction, acquisition, and property and asset management services. As we continue to grow, we want you to grow with us.

• Career Growth & Learning: Fairfield values new ideas at every level. We offer training, coaching, and mentoring to help associates develop their careers and inspire them to create change for the better.

• Culture of Collaboration: Enjoy a professional, supportive environment where we work together to drive meaningful impact.

• A Company that Cares: We are proud to offer robust benefit packages with a focus on both quality of care and affordability. We offer competitive compensation plans, 401(k) matching, and paid time off, including sick days and volunteer time off (VTO) to support causes that matter to you.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required and advanced degree is a plus
• A CPA (or equivalent) designation is a plus

• 7-10+ years experience in accounting (financial analyst experience a plus)
• Strong personnel management skills and a minimum two years’ experience supervising an accounting department or being in a lead/senior capacity
• Consolidation and investment accounting experience
• YARDI experience
• IFRS experience a plus
• Real estate and public accounting experience a plus

• Investment fund accounting and consolidation expertise
• Technical accounting interpretation of legal and partnership agreements
• Financial statement analysis and investor reporting
• Cash flow management and distribution mechanics
• Audit management and SOX compliance oversight
• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency, including Excel-based financial modeling
• YARDI system proficiency
• Deadline-driven execution in high-volume environments
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Workload prioritization and multitasking capability
• Written and verbal financial communication
• Leadership and staff development
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Problem-solving and analytical reasoning
• Professional judgment in complex accounting scenarios

Ready to make an impact? Apply today!

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Estimated Rate of Pay:
$160,000.00 - $175,000.00
This position is exempt; the range above reflects annual salary.

The pay range displayed for this position is determined by skills and experience required, location and job complexity*. Potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, and experience an individual candidate holds. This range reflects base rate only, and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position (if any). In addition to base salary, Fairfield offers all full time associates the following, upon meeting eligibility requirements: 

• Paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, paid time off for volunteering activities (optional) 
• Matched 401(k) 
• Medical, dental & vision insurance 
• Flexible spending account 
• Life insurance 

* Pay range is a calculation based on a midpoint price. Fairfield complies with all wage and hour laws, including minimum wage and salary exempt requirements.  

Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with others, including supervisors; adhere to performance standards despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations. Pursuant to the Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinances, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.