Controller

Crebrid+WCL; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Bonus eligibility

Professional development

Flexible/Hybrid work

Job summary

Crebird in Texas is seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead the accounting function across multiple affiliated entities, ensuring accurate, timely GAAP financial statements and strong internal controls.

You will supervise the accounting team, manage month-end close, audits, budgeting, and forecasting, and partner with department leaders to support strategic initiatives. This role offers a competitive compensation package and a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA designation preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership.
• Experience leading accounting teams.
• GAAP knowledge and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with month-end close, audits, budgeting.
• Advanced Excel and ERP/accounting systems proficiency.
• Experience in lending/financial services is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations across multiple affiliated entities.
• Supervise and develop the accounting team (AP, AR, staff).
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Ensure timely and accurate GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Maintain the general ledger and reconciliations.
• Develop internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate annual audits with external auditors.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Monitor cash management and treasury functions.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements.
• Identify automation and process improvements.
• Partner with department leaders for financial guidance.
• Support CFO with strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Audits & close processes

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

About the Company

Crebird is a nationally recognized private lender specializing in real estate investment financing. With headquarters in Dallas and Plano, Texas, we operate as a trusted digital credit bridge, leveraging advanced technology and deep sector expertise to deliver a streamlined and transparent lending experience. Supported by Barings - an institutional investment manager with over $400 billion in assets -Crebrid offers the financial strength, operational stability, and industry credibility relied upon by real estate investors across the country. We maintain a professional, collaborative, and performance-driven culture where individual contributions directly support our organizational success.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, hands‑on Controller to lead our accounting operation and help build a best‑in‑class finance function. This position will serve as the operational leader of the accounting department, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting while supporting the company's continued growth.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day accounting operations across multiple affiliated entities.
• Supervise and develop the accounting team, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and accounting staff.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee account reconciliations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor strong internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate annual financial audits and work directly with external auditors.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Monitor cash management and support treasury functions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency improvements, and process enhancements.
• Partner with department leaders to provide financial guidance and operational support.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects assigned by the CFO.

Qualifications & Skills

• A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.
• CPA designation is strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Previous Controller or Assistant Controller experience preferred.
• Experience managing accounting teams.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with month‑end close, audits, budgeting, and financial statement preparation.
  
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems.
• Experience with lending, financial services, banking, mortgage, or private lending is highly preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and build scalable accounting operations.

Department: Corporate Services - Finance & Accounting

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Compensation & Benefits:

Crebrid provides a competitive compensation and benefits program intended to support the health, financial security, and professional growth of our employees, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer‑subsidized premiums
  
• Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO), including vacation, sick time, and company‑recognized holidays
  
• Employer‑paid basic life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
• Annual performance‑based bonus eligibility, where applicable
• Professional development, learning opportunities, and room to grow in your career
• Flexible or hybrid work arrangements, subject to role requirements

At Crebrid, we are committed to excellence and integrity in every aspect of our operations. Join a forward‑thinking team that is shaping the future of real estate financing.

For more information, please visit crebrid.com

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. Not race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship or any other status or characteristic covered by federal, state, or local law.