Corporate Controller - Real Estate Development

CORPORATE CONTROLLER

REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT

Location: Dallas, TX

Department: Accounting

Employment Type: Full-Time | Hybrid (3 days in-office/2 days remote)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to lead and oversee the corporate accounting function of a growing real estate development company.

This hybrid role (three days in-office, two days remote) will report to the EVP, Accounting and will lead the corporate accounting team, including two Senior Corporate Accountants, providing hands-on leadership across corporate accounting, family office and platform reporting, cash management, and compliance for the corporate entities and real estate development platforms.

This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who can build, coach, and motivate a high-performing team of varied personalities and working styles, while operating with accuracy, ownership, and sound judgment in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the corporate accounting team, including two Senior Corporate Accountants, fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture.
• Motivate and manage a team of varied personalities and working styles, tailoring coaching, feedback, and communication to bring out the best in each team member.
• Set clear priorities, delegate effectively, and hold the team accountable to deadlines and quality standards during peak close, audit, and reporting cycles.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate accounting personnel; identify development opportunities and support succession planning.

Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting Oversight

* Direct all corporate accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close, general ledger integrity, and consolidated financial statement preparation across corporate entities. * Review and approve financial statements (P