Adams Property Group | Full-Time | Charleston, SC
About Adams Property Group
Adams Property Group delivers innovative commercial real estate solutions tailored to businesses across the Southeast. We are driven by being Innovative, Bold, and Motivated.
We specialize in acquiring, developing, managing, and leasing income-producing properties including retail centers and self-storage facilities. Our mission is to maximize investor returns, enhance property value, and build strong tenant relationships through exceptional service.
Role Summary
The Assistant Controller supports the financial health of our organization through accurate and timely reporting, reconciliations, and day-to-day general ledger work. This hands-on role executes the core accounting cycle — general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, cost allocation across entities, payroll processing, and month-end close — while assisting with the development of Standard Operating Procedures and process improvements that strengthen the accounting function. The ideal candidate is detail-driven, proactive, and comfortable owning execution across multiple entities in a fast-paced environment.
Adams Property Group is actively seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Assistant Controller to join our growing, dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that truly values its people and offers a competitive base salary along with industry-leading benefits. If you’re a hands-on financial professional eager to advance your career with an organization dedicated to expertly managing commercial properties and delivering exceptional value, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain the general ledger across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data
- Execute month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Perform cost allocations across entities and properties to ensure accurate expense distribution
- Reconcile intercompany activity and process expense reimbursements
- Process bi-weekly payroll, including payroll entries, reconciliations, and reporting in coordination with HR and external providers
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Assist with external audits, tax filings, and compliance with financial reporting standards and internal policies
- Track and reconcile commission payments
- Assist with the development, documentation, and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across the accounting function
- Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives, identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce manual work
- Collaborate with property management, leasing, and operations teams to gather information needed for accurate reporting
Qualifications
- 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate, property management, or a multi-entity environment
- Hands-on experience with accounts payable and multi-entity cost allocation
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP and the full accounting cycle
- Experience documenting workflows and contributing to SOP development a plus
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas)
- Experience with property management or ERP accounting software preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines independently
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative mindset
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
- CPA highly preferred
Benefits
- Competitive base compensation
- Performance-based bonus opportunity (if applicable)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
