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Remote property controller jobs are actively hiring across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed real estate teams posting openings in commercial real estate, property management companies, and REITs. Employers hiring remotely right now include Jobot, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and Cosmo. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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JN Engineering Inc. is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and results-driven Financial Controller to oversee the company's financial operations, accounting functions, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
The successful candidate will provide strategic financial guidance to management, ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax regulations, safeguard company assets, and support sustainable business growth through effective financial planning and management.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Financial Management and Reporting
Oversee the company's daily financial and accounting operations.
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Ensure timely preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
Monitor cash flow, revenue, expenses, and profitability.
Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management.
B. Budgeting and Forecasting
Develop and manage annual operating budgets.
Prepare financial forecasts and cash flow projections.
Monitor budget performance and investigate variances.
Recommend cost-control measures and strategies to improve profitability.
C. Accounting and Internal Controls
Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
Establish and maintain effective internal financial controls.
Ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.
Review and approve financial transactions in line with company policies.
Prevent and identify financial irregularities, errors, and potential fraud.
D. Taxation and Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and statutory requirements.
Coordinate tax filings, payments, and statutory deductions.
Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory authorities.
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.
E. Project Cost Control and Financial Analysis
Monitor project budgets, costs, and financial performance.
Analyze project expenditure against approved estimates.
Monitor material costs, labour costs, overheads, and operational expenses.
Evaluate project profitability and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Provide financial support for engineering contracts and project proposals.
F. Team Leadership
Supervise and develop the finance and accounting team.
Establish clear performance objectives for finance personnel.
Ensure accuracy, accountability, and efficiency within the finance department.
Provide financial guidance to other departments.
3. Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is an advantage.
Minimum of 5–8 years of relevant accounting and financial management experience.
Previous experience in engineering, construction, manufacturing, or project-based industries is preferred.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, and internal controls.
Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modelling skills.
Knowledge of applicable financial reporting standards (IFRS or relevant local standards).
4. Required Skills and Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Excellent financial planning and decision-making skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.
Ability to provide strategic financial advice to senior management.
5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
The Financial Controller's performance will be measured by:
Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.
Effective budget management and cost control.
Improved cash flow and working capital management.
Timely tax and statutory compliance.
Reduction of financial errors and irregularities.
Effective monitoring of project costs and profitability.
Efficiency of internal financial controls.
Overall financial performance and accountability.
Pay: $98,100.00 - $189,000.00 per year
Work Location: Remote
JN Engineering Inc. is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and results-driven Financial Controller to oversee the company's financial operations, accounting functions, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
The successful candidate will provide strategic financial guidance to management, ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax regulations, safeguard company assets, and support sustainable business growth through effective financial planning and management.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Financial Management and Reporting
Oversee the company's daily financial and accounting operations.
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Ensure timely preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
Monitor cash flow, revenue, expenses, and profitability.
Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management.
B. Budgeting and Forecasting
Develop and manage annual operating budgets.
Prepare financial forecasts and cash flow projections.
Monitor budget performance and investigate variances.
Recommend cost-control measures and strategies to improve profitability.
C. Accounting and Internal Controls
Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
Establish and maintain effective internal financial controls.
Ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.
Review and approve financial transactions in line with company policies.
Prevent and identify financial irregularities, errors, and potential fraud.
D. Taxation and Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and statutory requirements.
Coordinate tax filings, payments, and statutory deductions.
Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory authorities.
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.
E. Project Cost Control and Financial Analysis
Monitor project budgets, costs, and financial performance.
Analyze project expenditure against approved estimates.
Monitor material costs, labour costs, overheads, and operational expenses.
Evaluate project profitability and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Provide financial support for engineering contracts and project proposals.
F. Team Leadership
Supervise and develop the finance and accounting team.
Establish clear performance objectives for finance personnel.
Ensure accuracy, accountability, and efficiency within the finance department.
Provide financial guidance to other departments.
3. Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is an advantage.
Minimum of 5–8 years of relevant accounting and financial management experience.
Previous experience in engineering, construction, manufacturing, or project-based industries is preferred.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, and internal controls.
Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modelling skills.
Knowledge of applicable financial reporting standards (IFRS or relevant local standards).
4. Required Skills and Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Excellent financial planning and decision-making skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.
Ability to provide strategic financial advice to senior management.
5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
The Financial Controller's performance will be measured by:
Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.
Effective budget management and cost control.
Improved cash flow and working capital management.
Timely tax and statutory compliance.
Reduction of financial errors and irregularities.
Effective monitoring of project costs and profitability.
Efficiency of internal financial controls.
Overall financial performance and accountability.
Pay: $98,100.00 - $189,000.00 per year
Work Location: Remote
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Chemicals & Materials
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Accounting & Auditing
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote property controller jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with five or more years of real estate accounting experience
- Proficiency in Yardi, MRI Software, or comparable property management accounting platforms
- Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements for a multi-entity real estate portfolio
- Ownership of full-cycle month-end and year-end close processes across multiple properties
- Strong knowledge of CAM reconciliations, lease accounting, and straight-line rent calculations
- CPA license or active candidacy preferred for senior-level property controller openings
Tips for Your Remote Property Controller Job Search
Show your async close process clearly
Remote employers want to know you can run month-end close without daily check-ins. Document your reconciliation workflow and variance reporting process in your resume or a brief portfolio summary so hiring managers can see exactly how you operate independently.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote property controller openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sifting through unrelated listings.
Highlight your property accounting software depth
Remote property controller roles almost always require Yardi, MRI, or similar platforms. Name the specific modules you've used, such as Yardi Voyager or MRI Commercial Management, and quantify the portfolio size or number of entities you managed in each system.
Demonstrate written financial communication skills
Remote teams rely on written updates instead of hallway conversations. Prepare examples of variance commentary, budget narratives, or financial summaries you've written for stakeholders, and reference them directly in your cover letter or during screening calls.
Remote Property Controller Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote property controller job?
Target remote-first real estate firms, property management companies with distributed finance teams, and REITs that operate portfolios across multiple states. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear written communication, and proficiency with cloud-based property accounting platforms like Yardi or MRI. Candidates who can demonstrate autonomous month-end close experience and document their workflows clearly stand out in remote hiring processes.
Which companies hire remote property controllers?
Remote property controller roles are posted by Jobot, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and Cosmo and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first real estate operators, national property management firms, and commercial REITs that manage geographically distributed portfolios and run their finance functions on distributed teams.
Can you get a remote property controller job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level property controller roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal oversight. Your best path in is through smaller remote-first property management companies or firms that use Yardi or MRI extensively. Demonstrating hands-on familiarity with those platforms, clean reconciliation work from internships or contract roles, and strong written communication can substitute for years of full-time experience.
Do you need a degree for remote property controller jobs?
Usually, but a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is a common baseline rather than a hard requirement at every remote employer. What remote hiring managers weigh heavily alongside a degree is demonstrated proficiency in property accounting software, a verifiable history of handling month-end close independently, and the ability to communicate financial results clearly in writing without relying on in-person meetings.
Which industries hire the most remote property controllers?
The sectors hiring the most remote property controllers are Staffing & Recruiting, Chemicals & Materials, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries concentrate remote property controller hiring because their portfolio operations and finance functions are built around distributed teams managing assets across multiple regions.
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