Strategic Real Estate Controller — Lead Growth & Finance

Pegasus Staffing Partners; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pegasus Staffing Partners is recruiting for a strategic Controller for a dynamic real estate development client. You will own the complete accounting function, drive GAAP reporting, and lead a lean team toward scalable growth.

In this role, you’ll implement robust controls, manage multi-entity financials, coordinate audits, and partner with ownership to deliver timelyBoard-ready packages, while building a best-in-class accounting organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance; CPA preferred.
• 8+ years real estate accounting incl. development & property management.
• 3+ years leadership building accounting teams.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver GAAP-compliant monthly/annual financial statements.
• Build and maintain accounting systems, internal controls, and risk frameworks.
• Execute full-cycle accounting: transaction analysis, GL entries, tax schedules.
• Manage bank/investment/tax reconciliations across all accounts.
• Direct cash flow operations and lead month-end closes.
• Oversee AP operations and accounting team supervision.
• Prepare executive/board financial reporting packages.
• Lead audit readiness, working papers, and external coordination.
• Handle state registrations, regulatory filings, and compliance obligations.
• Ensure accurate, timely payroll processing for all employees.
• Administer comprehensive benefits programs (medical, dental, life, HRA, 401k).
• Maintain compliance with payroll, benefits, and employment regulations.
• Partner with vendors for benefit analysis and plan optimization.
• Establish payroll/HRIS/benefits policies and procedures.

Skills

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA strongly preferred

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Appfolio

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Job description

Pegasus Staffing Partners is recruiting for a strategic Controller for a dynamic real estate development client. You will own the complete accounting function, drive GAAP reporting, and lead a lean team toward scalable growth.

In this role, you’ll implement robust controls, manage multi-entity financials, coordinate audits, and partner with ownership to deliver timelyBoard-ready packages, while building a best-in-class accounting organization.