Controller

Asset Talent Partners

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

PTO & Holidays

Training & Growth

EAP

Job summary

Asset Talent Partners is seeking a Senior Leader for Property Accounting to steer financial reporting across a portfolio of 70-100 properties. You will build and mentor the accounting team, drive standardization, and partner with the Chief Accounting Officer on enterprise strategy.

You will oversee monthly closes, consolidate property results into corporate reporting, and shape accounting policies and internal controls as part of a modernization program.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
7+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
At least 3 years in property accounting, multi-location operations, or portfolio management.
Advanced proficiency with Yardi property management and accounting systems.
Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statement consolidation, and internal controls.
Demonstrated experience building, leading, and mentoring accounting teams.
CPA or equivalent professional credential preferred.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

Direct all financial accounting, reporting, and compliance for your assigned property portfolio.
Oversee monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring consolidation of property-level results into corporate reporting.
Develop and maintain standardized accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls across properties.
Prepare consolidated financial statements, variance analyses, and management reporting; provide insight on performance drivers and risks.
Lead a function integral to our transformation strategy and partner with cross-functional teams.

Skills

GAAP Knowledge

Financial Reporting

Team Leadership

Yardi Expertise

Consolidation

Internal Controls

Property Accounting

CPA Preferred

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

Yardi Tools

Job description

We're building a team of Controllers in Property Accounting for a high-growth, private real estate platform transforming how it manages financial operations at scale.

In this role, you'll lead financial reporting and accounting operations for a portfolio of 70-100 properties, building and mentoring a talented team while partnering directly with our Chief Accounting Officer on enterprise financial strategy. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity during a period of significant modernization—a chance to standardize processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and shape how our properties contribute to organizational success.

This is more than a traditional property accounting role. It's a strategic leadership position where your expertise, team leadership, and vision for operational excellence will directly impact how we grow.

What You'll Own

Build and mentor an accounting team including an Assistant Controller, two Accounting Managers, and coordinate with outsourced accounting resources
Drive professional development, set performance expectations, and foster accountability across your team
Lead a function that's integral to our transformation strategy

Financial Operations

Direct all financial accounting, reporting, and compliance for your assigned property portfolio
Oversee monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely consolidation of property-level results into corporate reporting
Develop and maintain standardized accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls across properties
Prepare consolidated financial statements, variance analyses, and management reporting; provide insight on performance drivers and risks

Modernization & Transformation

Leverage Yardi expertise to optimize financial reporting, consolidation, and management reporting capabilities
Identify and recommend process improvements, automation opportunities, and operational efficiencies
Support continuous transformation initiatives as the organization scales
Contribute to property accounting standardization and best practices across the platform

Strategic Partnerships

Partner with Corporate Accounting and FP&A on consolidation, reporting, and strategic financial analyses
Coordinate with Internal Audit on control testing, remediation, and audit preparation
Provide guidance and training to property finance teams on accounting standards and reporting protocols
Conduct property visits to assess operations, financial controls, and team performance

About You

Must-Have

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
7+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
At least 3 years in property accounting, multi-location operations, or portfolio management
Advanced proficiency with Yardi property management and accounting systems
Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statement consolidation, and internal controls
Demonstrated experience building, leading, and mentoring accounting teams
CPA or equivalent professional credential preferred
Excellent communication and presentation skills

Nice-to-Have

Experience with financial statement consolidation and SEC or REIT compliance
Background implementing Yardi modules or system enhancements
Experience leading financial transformation or modernization initiatives
Familiarity with real estate investment operations or healthcare/senior living accounting

Experience In

multifamily, student housing, senior living, workforce housing, or hospitality

Why Join

Growth & Scale

High-growth organization where your leadership will directly shape how accounting operates across a significant real estate platform. Real opportunity for impact and expanded responsibility.

Team & Partnership

You'll work with a Chief Accounting Officer and executive leadership team committed to building a world-class finance function. Not a siloed role—a true strategic partnership.

Transformation

This is a "greenfield" opportunity to shape modern accounting practices during a period of significant organizational evolution. If you thrive during change and see transformation as an opportunity, this is your role.