Director of Accounting

Job Description Job Description Director of Accounting / Controller Dallas, TX | Full-Time | $110,000 – $140,000 + Bonus A growing real estate and hospitality organization in Dallas is seeking an experienced Controller / Director of Accounting to lead financial operations across a diverse portfolio. This leadership role will oversee accounting for multifamily residential, hospitality operations, and food & beverage concepts while building scalable financial processes to support continued growth. This is a hands-on and strategic leadership opportunity for a strong accounting professional who thrives in multi-entity environments and enjoys partnering with operations to drive financial performance. Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Close Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple entities Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies Real Estate & Lease Accounting Manage lease accounting for residential, retail, and office properties Oversee rent roll reconciliation, revenue recognition, and tenant billings Support CAM reconciliations and lease reporting Collaborate closely with property and asset management teams Ensure proper integration between property management systems and the general ledger Hospitality & Food & Beverage Accounting Oversee accounting for hotel and hospitality operations Monitor room revenue reporting, ADR/RevPAR metrics, and OTA reconciliations Manage restaurant and bar accounting , including inventory and cost of goods sold Support margin and operational performance analysis Audit, Compliance & Reporting Serve as the primary contact for external audits Coordinate with tax advisors on filings and compliance Ensure accurate reporting for lenders, investors, and ownership groups Leadership & Process Improvement Build and mentor an accounting team Identify and implement process improvements and automation Partner with FP&A, operations, and executive leadership Qualifications 10–12+ years of progressive accounting experience CPA preferred Strong knowledge of GAAP Experience with multi-entity accounting environments Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting Manager Experience with property management systems (Entrata, Yardi, or similar) preferred Multifamily real estate accounting experience strongly preferred Lease accounting experience strongly preferred Hospitality or hotel accounting experience is a plus Experience with POS integrations (Toast or similar) is a plus Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $110,000 – $140,000 Performance-based bonus potential Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan Opportunity to join a growing organization with a dynamic real estate and hospitality portfolio