Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is an established commercial real estate organization seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting function. This position combines team leadership with oversight of financial reporting, partnership accounting, cash management, and tax coordination across a multi-entity portfolio.

The Controller will report directly to the CFO and help strengthen accounting operations, improve systems and workflows, and provide financial insight to support business planning. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, hands-on leader who develops talent and brings a practical approach to solving problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a sizable accounting team, establishing clear expectations, supporting professional growth, and ensuring timely, accurate work.

• Oversee accounting and financial reporting across property and ownership entities, including monthly close, financial statements, and reporting to investors and partners.

• Manage liquidity planning, cash forecasts, banking reconciliations, and schedules supporting property holdings, debt, and cash flow.

• Interpret partnership agreements and oversee accounting for ownership allocations, capital contributions, fees, and distributions, including tiered investment structures.

• Ensure appropriate accounting treatment for acquisitions, dispositions, financing transactions, and transfers among entities.

• Coordinate with external accountants on annual tax preparation, audits, partner tax documents, and entity filing requirements.

• Serve as a key contact for lenders, investors, insurance providers, and outside financial and tax advisors.

• Provide analysis and recommendations to support financial planning, tax strategy, and longer-term business objectives.

• Strengthen internal controls and improve accounting policies, workflows, and technology to support accuracy, efficiency, and continued growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA strongly preferred.

• 15+ of progressive accounting experience, including substantial commercial real estate accounting experience.

• Strong understanding of partnership accounting, multi-entity structures, and investor distribution arrangements.

• Demonstrated experience leading accounting teams, including coaching employees, delegating responsibilities, and managing performance.

• Experience overseeing financial reporting, cash management, complex transactions, and external tax and audit coordination.

• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and build productive relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Strong organizational skills and sound judgment in an environment with competing priorities and reporting deadlines.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and real estate accounting platforms; MRI or Yardi experience preferred, with exposure to accounts payable automation a plus.

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Thomas Edwards Group is an Executive Search Firm specializing in the direct hire and interim placement of Accounting, Finance, HR and IT professionals. We’ve been in business since 1997 and the Dallas Business Journal has ranked us a Top Search Firm in Dallas and one of the “Best Places to Work” multiple times. Thomas Edwards Group also made the Inc. 5000 list in 2016 and our award-winning team of Search Consultants, which rank among the best and most experienced in the area, includes MBAs, CPAs, former Big 4 Professionals, Controllers, IT Search Professionals, Finance/Banking, and Business Professionals.

Company Description

Thomas Edwards Group is an Executive Search Firm specializing in the direct hire and interim placement of Accounting, Finance, HR and IT professionals. We’ve been in business since 1997 and the Dallas Business Journal has ranked us a Top Search Firm in Dallas and one of the “Best Places to Work” multiple times. Thomas Edwards Group also made the Inc. 5000 list in 2016 and our award-winning team of Search Consultants, which rank among the best and most experienced in the area, includes MBAs, CPAs, former Big 4 Professionals, Controllers, IT Search Professionals, Finance/Banking, and Business Professionals.