Controller

Boutique Recruiting; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 195,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer match

Hybrid work arrangements

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Professional development and mentoring

Long-term equity participation

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting seeks an experienced Controller to oversee accounting across a growing portfolio of businesses. This hands-on role manages close processes, consolidations, and treasury while transitioning outsourced accounting in-house to strengthen internal operations.

The ideal candidate has extensive GAAP knowledge, multi-entity experience, and strong analytical skills to build scalable processes. Hybrid schedule with three days in the Dallas office supports fast-paced growth and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial statement preparation
• Experience across multiple entities and consolidations
• Extensive month-end and year-end close experience
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP) and in NetSuite

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly and annual close across 15+ entities
• Prepare and review journal entries and reconciliations
• Manage intercompany transactions and eliminations
• Convert cash-basis records to GAAP reporting
• Prepare full financial statements (BS, IS, CFS, ROE)
• Manage treasury, cash flow forecasting, and reporting
• Develop and improve accounting controls and COA structures
• Lead transition of outsourced accounting in-house
• Leverage Excel and accounting systems to streamline reporting
• Support investor reporting and financial analysis
• Collaborate with senior leadership on planning and acquisitions
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting efficiency and scalability

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Multi-entity accounting

Financial reporting

Close processes

Analytical skills

Leadership communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Title: Controller

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to oversee accounting operations across a growing portfolio of businesses and investments. This role will manage financial reporting, month-end and year-end close processes, multi-entity consolidations, and treasury functions while helping establish and strengthen internal accounting operations. The Controller will also play a key role in transitioning outsourced accounting functions in-house, improving financial processes, and supporting the organization's continued growth.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional with extensive GAAP knowledge, strong multi-entity accounting experience, and the ability to manage complex financial operations in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. This individual will bring a hands-on approach, strong analytical skills, and the confidence to build scalable accounting processes while collaborating directly with senior leadership.

Salary Range: $195,000 - $250,000 / annually, DOE

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly and annual accounting close processes across 15+ entities
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Manage multi-entity consolidations, intercompany transactions, and eliminations
• Convert cash-basis accounting records to GAAP-compliant financial reporting
• Prepare complete financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and statements of retained earnings
• Manage treasury operations, cash flow forecasting, and financial reporting
• Develop and improve accounting procedures, internal controls, and chart-of-accounts structures
• Lead the transition of outsourced accounting functions to internal operations
• Utilize accounting systems and Excel to maintain accurate financial records and streamline reporting
• Support quarterly investor reporting and financial analysis
• Collaborate with senior leadership on financial planning, investment activities, and potential acquisitions
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting efficiency, accuracy, and scalability

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including hands-on financial reporting and close responsibilities
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statement preparation
• Proven experience managing accounting operations across multiple entities
• Extensive experience with month-end and year-end close processes
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and account reconciliations
• Experience preparing complete financial statements and establishing accounting processes
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and financial reporting requirements independently
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with senior leadership
• CPA designation preferred
• Experience in private equity, family office accounting, or multi-site healthcare operations preferred
• Knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition principles preferred
• Experience with NetSuite, treasury management, investor reporting, and chart-of-accounts development preferred
• Previous Big Four public accounting experience combined with hands-on industry accounting experience is a plus
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule with at least three days per week in the Dallas office

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance with full employee coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match
• Unlimited paid time off
• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work arrangements
• Discretionary bonus opportunities
• Potential long-term equity participation
• Professional development and mentorship from experienced financial executives
• Significant career advancement opportunities
• Exposure to private equity, family office investments, and diverse business operations

If you are an experienced accounting professional ready to take ownership of complex financial operations, build scalable processes, and grow alongside an expanding investment organization, we encourage you to apply!