Controller

Trigild Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Controller to lead financial operations in a hybrid role in Dallas. This position involves overseeing a team of accountants, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and managing the transition of accounting functions to in-house. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public accounting or commercial real estate, with expertise in GAAP and financial analysis. Join a dynamic team committed to driving growth and efficiency in financial practices, where your leadership will make a significant impact on the company's success. If you are passionate about finance and ready to take on a challenging role, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in public accounting or commercial real estate accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, SOC controls, and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Supervise financial functions, including budgeting and audit oversight.
• Lead the transition of accounting functions from external to in-house.
• Manage corporate reporting, cash flow, and financial analysis.

Skills

Public Accounting

Commercial Real Estate Accounting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

MBA or Master’s Degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

Yardi

JD Edwards

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Join to apply for the Controller role at Trigild

Job Overview

Responsible for supervising the performance of a variety of financial and reporting functions. Oversight includes leading a team of accountants in preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, budgeting, audit oversight, forecasting, and treasury.

Provide leadership and coordination to oversee transition of corporate accounting functions from outside service provider to in-house for corporate business planning, financial accounting and budgeting, implement best practices and metrics in support of overall business to aid in company growth plans.

This is a hybrid role in Dallas - 3 days in office, 2 days remote.

Responsibilities:

Corporate/Property Accounting

• Responsible for reviewing the accuracy of the general ledgers for assigned accountants, including monthly journal entries, income and expense accruals, expense recovery true-ups, GAAP adjustments, and bank reconciliations.
• Establish and maintain control of accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with SOC and internal reporting standards.
• Work with all levels of Trigild management to ensure accuracy of receivership billings and improve processes across all finance, accounting, and treasury processes.

Audit

• Oversee the preparation of detailed interim and year-end working papers and support schedules requested by internal and external auditors.
• Work with the external auditors to prepare draft annual financial statements and notes.
• Assist with audits in terms of research, analysis, documentation, and response.

Forecasts, Budgets and Financial Analyses

• Responsible for the annual Trigild budget with corresponding quarterly forecast reviews.
• Review and prepare revenue and expense analysis in Yardi accounting system including GAAP adjustments.
• Responsible for transfer of accounting financials from Yardi to JDE accounting system.
• Assist in preparation of the budget/forecast packages including detailed analysis of revenue, expense, and capital components.
• Collaborate with legal, tax, and finance teams to ensure accuracy and alignment with partnership agreements, financing structures, and other legal documents.
• Communicate financial results and other key calculations to Trigild principals.
• Assist in collection of accounts receivable.

Corporate Reporting and Analysis

• Support the development and growth of business by partnering with Trigild leadership and establishing appropriate accounting structure and reporting processes.
• Ensure cash flow management, EBITDA, forecasting, and budgeting are structured to provide transparency and maximize profitability.
• Analyze cash flow, cost controls, and expenses to guide Market Leader/CFO.
• Assist with migration from Yardi to Oracle accounting platform in 2025.
• Drive accounting process changes and maximize efficiencies.

Service/Personal Skills:

• Build a high-performance finance and accounting organization by attracting and retaining top talent.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical ability.
• Well-organized and pro-active; self-motivated team player.
• Communicate with EVP/Market Leader and Senior Leadership for informed decision-making.

Management Skills:

• Onboard new properties and manage receiver assignments inflow and outflow.
• Troubleshoot software issues.
• Train/mentor team members.
• Perform performance evaluations.
• Assess workflow of accountants.
• Self-directed and resourceful with the ability to operate independently.
• Establish goals for team members.
• Effectively manage internal and external conflict.
• Evaluate company policies and procedures to determine the impact on the company.
• Some travel is required.

Experience:

• 10+ years of public accounting and/or commercial real estate accounting experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP (specifically, real estate), SOC controls, and IFRS.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required; MBA or Master’s Degree in Accounting and CPA a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Experience in MRI, Yardi, JD Edwards, Oracle systems desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance