CONTROLLER - $190-210K + BONUS

Optimize Search Group; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimize Search Group is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations and strengthen the finance function across the organization. You will lead financial reporting, GAAP compliance, month-end closes, internal controls, and cross-functional process improvements while partnering with executive leadership on growth initiatives and strategic projects.

Qualified candidates have 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in real estate or lending, a Bachelor’s degree in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in real estate or lending.
• Experience as Controller or Assistant Controller preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities.
• Lead and develop the accounting team, including AP, AR, and general accounting functions.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain the general ledger, account reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, automation, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with executive leadership and department heads on financial initiatives and strategic projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Month-end close

Leadership

Process improvements

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA strongly preferred

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to oversee accounting operations and help strengthen and scale the company's finance function. This individual will serve as a key leader within the organization, overseeing financial reporting, accounting operations, internal controls, and process improvements while partnering with executive leadership to support continued growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities.
• Lead and develop the accounting team, including AP, AR, and general accounting functions.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain the general ledger, account reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, automation, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with executive leadership and department heads on financial initiatives and strategic projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience within real estate/lending
• Previous Controller or Assistant Controller experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing accounting teams.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and month-end close.