Financial Controller

Blayze Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing real estate firm is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting operations and act as a financial partner to leadership. This role involves managing month-end close, financial reporting, and tax compliance. The ideal candidate will be CPA certified, with a solid background in public accounting and real estate. The firm values someone proactive who can build processes in a fast-paced environment. Competitive compensation and collaboration with leadership are key aspects of this opportunity.

Qualifications

• CPA required with a strong background in tax-focused accounting.
• Experience in real estate accounting, multifamily, commercial, or development.
• Ability to work in a hands-on, lean environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities.
• Manage month-end and year-end close for financial reporting.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Lead tax coordination and compliance with external advisors.
• Handle cash flow management, forecasting, and budgeting.

Skills

CPA

Real estate accounting

Tax coordination

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Job description

We are working with a growing real estate firm based in Westlake, TX, looking to bring on a Controller to take ownership of the accounting function and act as a key financial partner to leadership. This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of day-to-day accounting operations across multiple real estate entities
• Manage month-end and year-end close, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Lead tax coordination and compliance, working closely with external advisors (strong tax background required)
• Handle cash flow management, forecasting, and budgeting
• Support acquisitions, dispositions, and capital activity from an accounting perspective
• Maintain and improve internal controls, processes, and reporting efficiencies
• Act as a strategic partner to leadership, providing insights on financial performance
• Assist with audit processes and lender/investor reporting as needed

Requirements:

• CPA required
• Background in public accounting (tax-focused preferred) with transition into an in-house Controller role
• Strong experience within real estate accounting (multifamily, commercial, or development exposure preferred)
• Proven ability to operate in a hands-on, lean environment
• Strong understanding of GAAP, tax structures, and multi-entity accounting
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (Yardi, MRI, or similar preferred)

What They’re Looking For:

• Someone comfortable wearing multiple hats and stepping beyond a traditional Controller remit
• A proactive, solutions-oriented individual who can build and improve processes
• Strong communicator who can work closely with senior leadership and external stakeholders