Controller North Austin | Fully Onsite $115,000 - $125,000 Base + 10-15% Bonus We're partnering with a well-established, highly regarded investment firm in the commercial real estate space that's looking to add a hands-on Controller to their team.
This is a high-visibility role within a lean, tightly run organization where you'll work closely with leadership and have meaningful exposure across accounting, investor reporting, and day-to-day business operations.
What really sets this opportunity apart is the environment - a collaborative, low-ego team that values quality work without a burnout mentality. Expect a steady, manageable workload where people perform at a high level but aren't consistently working nights or weekends to keep up.
Why This Role Stands Out - Strong work-life balance - consistent, sustainable pace (not a 60-hour/week role)
- Direct exposure to leadership in a highly visible position
- Broad, hands-on role with real ownership and variety
- Stable, established firm with long-tenured employees
- Tight-knit team where your work is recognized and valued
- Opportunity to be deeply involved in the business beyond just accounting
The Role This is a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves position within a small team where you'll have ownership across key accounting and reporting functions while also supporting broader business initiatives.
Key responsibilities include: - Managing financial reporting across multiple corporate entities
- Reviewing and consolidating information from third-party accounting partners
- Supporting investor reporting and partnership activities
- Assisting with distributions and ownership-level reporting
- Coordinating with external CPA firms on tax preparation
- Supporting cash management and day-to-day financial operations
- Contributing to acquisition and investment-related accounting work
- Partnering with leadership on ad hoc financial and operational initiatives
What They're Looking For - 4-10 years of progressive accounting experience
- Background in public accounting (audit strongly preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Finance considered from strong programs)
- Experience in small to mid-sized or entrepreneurial environments
- Prior experience reviewing work and/or leading others
- Strong understanding of financial statements and reporting
- Track record of stable career progression (minimal job changes)
- Someone who is adaptable, organized, and comfortable wearing multiple hats
Nice to Have - CPA or CPA-track
- Real estate, investment, or financial services exposure
- Experience working in founder-led or entrepreneurial environments
Systems - QuickBooks (this is a nimbler environment vs. large ERP-heavy)
- Bill.com, Juniper Square and related financial tools
Culture & Environment This is a small, high-performing office (approx. 25-30 people) with an entrepreneurial, team-first mindset.
You'll succeed here if you:
- Are easy to work with and low ego
- Take ownership without needing heavy structure
- Are comfortable in a fast-moving, evolving environment
- Enjoy being part of a collaborative, close-knit team
Leadership is actively involved, and the team values accountability, flexibility, and professionalism - without unnecessary bureaucracy.
What This Role Is NOT - Not a pure property accounting role
- Not a large corporate or highly bureaucratic environment
- Not managing a big team
- Not overly structured or process-heavy
- Not hybrid - this is fully onsite
If you're currently an
Accounting Manager or strong Senior Accountant with a public accounting foundation and looking for a role where you can have real impact, visibility, and balance - this is a strong opportunity to step into a well-rounded Controller position in a great environment.
Pay Details: $115,000.00 to $130,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Mason Willrich
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