Real Estate Controller - Multifamily
Creative Financial Staffing, Houston, TX, US
Duration: Full Time
Title: Real Estate Accounting Manager / Controller (Property & Development)
Salary: $150K–$160K base + bonus
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
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High-impact role with visibility into acquisitions, dispositions, and complex financing transactions
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Direct interaction with ownership, investors, and lenders on strategic financial decisions
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Exposure to development, construction, and stabilized assets — not just routine property accounting
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Opportunity to influence processes, controls, and financial reporting across the portfolio
Key Responsibilities:
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Review funding requests to investors and lenders; coordinate approvals for reserves and write-offs in accordance with governing agreements
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Ensure accounting records and financial reports are accurate, timely, and compliant with GAAP (including debt modifications, acquisitions/dispositions, and interest capitalization)
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Perform general ledger review and analysis; oversee month-end and quarter-end close processes
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Review and prepare Property/Development Management Fees and Construction Management Fees, ensuring proper calculation, invoicing, and recording
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Review monthly and quarterly financial statements and supporting schedules in partnership with Property/Project Managers and Accounting teams
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Research accounting guidance and draft position memos for new or complex transactions
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Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with established accounting policies
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Support Asset Management and Property Management with annual budgets and reconciliations between Argus models and budgets/forecasts
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
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Strong background in real estate, development, or construction accounting
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Experience with complex transactions (debt, acquisitions/dispositions, interest capitalization)
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Advanced Excel skills; Argus experience a plus
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Detail-oriented with the ability to partner cross-functionally
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