Corporate Controller

Partners; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

A growing commercial real estate firm in Houston is seeking a Corporate Controller to oversee financial operations across multiple entities. Key responsibilities include leading the accounting team, managing financial transactions, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, CPA certification, and at least 7 years of accounting experience with expertise in Sage Intacct. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Expertise in Sage Intacct and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Corporate Accounting team.
• Oversee daily cash operations and financial performance reviews.
• Manage quarterly forecasting and yearly budget preparation.

Skills

Leadership in accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Process optimization

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Tools

Sage Intacct

ERP systems

Job description

Corporate Controller | Houston, TX | On-site

Partners is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead and oversee financial operations across multiple entities. This role requires a hands‑on, detail‑driven leader who can manage accounting functions, guide process improvements, and partner with executive leadership to ensure financial accuracy and efficiency.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Corporate Accounting team, overseeing accounting operations across multiple entities.
• Oversee AP, AR, intercompany transactions and entries.
• Maintain company treasury and daily cash operations.
• Maintenance, setup, and functionality of Sage Intacct accounting system.
• Manage quarterly forecasting and year‑end budget through Sage Intacct Planning.
• Monthly financial performance review of various entity's financial reports.
• Provide monthly budget variance information.
• Collaborate with the CFO on executive and board reporting.
• Partner with department leaders on budgets, and financial topics.
• Review semi‑monthly payroll journal entries, yearly 1099s, and submittal of returns.
• Prepare yearly property tax renditions.
• Coordinate with external CPA firms on audits and year‑end tax returns.
• Daily review of invoices via the AP automation tool.
• Maintain proper accounting records; ensuring compliance with GAAP.
• Protect organization's value by upholding confidentiality.
• Handle multiple priorities and deadlines while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership; multi‑entity background preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred.
• Expertise in ERP systems; Sage Intacct strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex formulas).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and process‑optimization abilities.
• Excellent communicator able to collaborate effectively across departments and with executive leadership.
• High attention to detail, integrity, and a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset.

What Sets You Apart

• Hands‑on accounting leader with a proven multi‑entity background and deep technical expertise.
• Skilled in Sage Intacct and advanced Excel, with a process‑driven approach to efficiency and accuracy.
• Confident communicator who can translate financial data into clear, actionable insights.
• High integrity, strong attention to detail, and a proactive, solutions‑oriented mind.

Why Join Us

• Be part of one of the fastest‑growing full‑service commercial real‑estate firms in Texas, backed by an integrated platform spanning Investments, Development, Brokerage, and Property Management.
• Gain access to a diverse suite of institutional‑quality investment offerings through Partners Capital.
• Collaborate with a driven, high‑performance team that values integrity, teamwork, and long‑term partnerships.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding organization.

Partners is proud to be committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.