Main Purpose of the Role AEW is seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Corporate Controller to join our Corporate Finance team. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Corporate Controller will play a critical role in managing the corporate finance and accounting functions of the firm. This individual will serve as a strategic thought partner to the CFO and drive financial processes, reporting, controls, and operational efficiency across the corporate platform. The Corporate Controller will oversee the day-to-day operations of the corporate accounting team, manage and mentor staff, and partner closely with senior leadership on key financial initiatives. Responsibilities * Partner closely with the CFO to lead and evolve the corporate finance and accounting function. * Drive financial process improvements, system enhancements, and best practices across the finance group. * Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making and growth initiatives. * Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for corporate AEW and its non-US subsidiaries. * Prepare and review internal and external financial reporting packages. * Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements. * Manage the annual financial statement audit process and be primary liaison with external auditors. * Co-lead the financial planning process encompassing annual budgeting, periodic re-forecasting and variance analysis. * Key financial liaison with AEW's parent company finance group. * Participate in managing applicable treasury administration. * Maintain and enhance internal controls and corporate accounting policies. * Manage, mentor, and develop members of the corporate accounting team. * Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture within the Corporate Finance organization. Skills/Experience Required * Bachelor's degree in accounting required, CPA strongly preferred. * 10+ years of corporate accounting/controllership experience in the asset management/financial services industry preferred. * Strong technical accounting skills with deep understanding of GAAP/IFRS (including accounting for multi-currency entities). * Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor accounting teams. * Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to partner across all levels of the organization. * Deep experience with accounting/general ledger systems, reporting tools and FP&A technology (familiarity with MS Great Plains, Oracle Planning, Oracle Smartview/Essbase a plus). * Expertise in Excel required (intermediate/advanced knowledge). * Maintains strong attention to detail and analytical thinking while maintaining a big-picture view. * Possesses a "player-coach" work-style. * Collaborative and approachable leadership style. * High degree of integrity, professionalism, and discretion. * Proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented. AEW Capital Management is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. Apply Now!