Controller

Job Description #10703 Job DescriptionIf you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.ControllerThe Controller will be responsible for financial integrity, technical accounting, and scalable processes across a diverse portfolio including multifamily residential, hotel operations, food & beverage, and amenities.This role is both hands-on and strategic- owning close, reporting, lease accounting, and controls today, while building systems that support continued growth and expansion.Key Responsibilities Accounting & CloseOwn and lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multifamily, hospitality, and operating entities.Ensure accurate and timely GAAP-compliant financial statements.Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals.Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies.Lease Accounting & Multifamily OperationsLead lease accounting for residential, retail and office leases.Oversee rent roll reconciliation, revenue recognition, CAM reconciliations, and tenant billings.Partner closely with property management and asset management teamsEnsure clean integration between Entrata/Yardi-type PMS systems and the general ledger.Hospitality & F&B AccountingOversee accounting for hotel operations, including room revenue, ADR/RevPAR reporting, and OTA reconciliations.Manage accounting for restaurants, bars and amenities, including inventory, COGS, and POS integrations (Toast or similar}Support margin analysis and operational insights for hospitality leadership.Audit, Tax & ComplianceServe as primary point of contact for external auditors.Coordinate with tax advisors on entity compliance, filings, and planning.Ensure compliance with lender, ownership, and investor reporting requirements.Leadership & Team DevelopmentBuild, manage, and mentor an internal accounting staff of seven people.Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and system enhancements.Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, operations, asset management, and executive leadership.DocumentationAssist with documenting all accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to create a standardized transparent framework for financial transactions.Qualifications10-12+ years of progressive accounting experience, CPA preferredMultifamily real estate accounting experience (strongly preferred}Lease accounting experience (strongly preferred}Hospitality and/or hotel accounting experience (strongly preferred}Experience managing multi-entity, multi-location portfoliosPrior experience as Senior Accounting Manager, Controller or aboveStrong GAAP knowledgeExperience with property management systems (Entrata, Yardi, or similar}POS system integrations (Toast or similar} a plusCompany DescriptionThomas Edwards Group is an Executive Search Firm specializing in the direct hire and interim placement of Accounting, Finance, HR and IT professionals. We’ve been in business since 1997 and the Dallas Business Journal has ranked us a Top Search Firm in Dallas and one of the “Best Places to Work” multiple times. Thomas Edwards Group also made the Inc. 5000 list in 2016 and our award-winning team of Search Consultants, which rank among the best and most experienced in the area, includes MBAs, CPAs, former Big 4 Professionals, Controllers, IT Search Professionals, Finance/Banking, and Business Professionals.Company DescriptionThomas Edwards Group is an Executive Search Firm specializing in the direct hire and interim placement of Accounting, Finance, HR and IT professionals. We’ve been in business since 1997 and the Dallas Business Journal has ranked us a Top Search Firm in Dallas and one of the “Best Places to Work” multiple times. xaygatp Thomas Edwards Group also made the Inc. 5000 list in 2016 and our award-winning team of Search Consultants, which rank among the best and most experienced in the area, includes MBAs, CPAs, former Big 4 Professionals, Controllers, IT Search Professionals, Finance/Banking, and Business Professionals.