Assistant Controller

Company: RSI
Location: Mountain View
Posted on: June 24, 2025

Job Description:

A well-known private equity firm seeking an Assistant Controller to join our accounting team in Mountain View. The Assistant Controller will have a shared responsibility for a wide range of functions across the entire organization, including accounting, tax, and finance. The position will report to our Controller but will regularly have direct contact with our CFO. This is a dynamic position offering career development as our portfolio continues to grow and our investment offerings evolve. If you are looking for a position where you can apply your skills and build a thriving and rewarding career – please apply with us! PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Prepare monthly GAAP and tax basis accounting for assigned commercial real estate and management/fund entities • Assist with the management and oversight of the month-end financial close process o Ensure monthly books are reconciled and closed consistent within an established timeline o Preparation, review, and approval of general ledger journal entries and reconciliations • Assist/review CAM reconciliations to assure timely completion • Compilation and review of internal and external financial reporting as required • Assist Controller in ensuring compliance with new or revised financial accounting standards • Assist in the preparation of income tax projections and required workpapers as requested by external CPA firm • Assist Controller with preparation of required statutory filings to meet various tax reporting deadlines • Coordination of accounting matters with other functional groups within the firm (e.g. Property Management, Lease Administration, Treasury, Investor Relations, etc.) • Review existing accounting and control procedures for efficiency and introduce improved processes or changes as necessary • Assist with preparation of annual audited GAAP financial statements and coordination with external auditors • Evaluate material non-recurring GAAP transactions, checking for appropriate recordation and ensuring entries are properly documented • Maintain and ensure internal controls are operating effectively • Assist Treasury group in the calculation and posting of quarterly partnership cash distributions • Assist in ad hoc projects requested by Controller and CFO • Assist Controller with monthly reviews of GAAP and tax basis accounting for several commercial real estate entities • Assist Controller with review of fund entities’ books and records • Provide developmental opportunities for junior staff through the identification of training opportunities • Assist Controller with the Identification of work for delegation based upon a junior employee’s abilities and skills • Value and take ownership for the development and mentoring of junior members of the accounting team 3 • Provide coaching regarding technical accounting skills and set expectations for high-quality performance standards • Assist Controller with the development and implementation plans to achieve accounting team objectives and performance goals REQUIRED: • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or other relevant business discipline • CPA designation (or active candidacy) preferred • At least 6 years financial accounting experience demonstrating progressive responsibilities required • 3 years of real estate accounting experience or general ledger responsibilities for partnership entities in a private equity/investment firm is preferred • Public accounting experience or work within a public company accounting department • Familiarity with partnership tax reporting and Schedule K-1 preparation is preferred

Keywords: RSI, Fairfield , Assistant Controller, Accounting, Auditing , Mountain View, California