Assistant Controller
Creative Financial Staffing
Houston, TX
$120,000 - $125,000 a year
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Assistant Controller
Houston, TX
Salary: $120,000–$125,000/year + bonus
About the Company and Opportunity:
- Work directly with executive leadership in a high-visibility role
- Opportunity to step into a leadership position influencing accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting
- Strong career path toward Controller and above – ideal for someone ready to take the next step
- Fast-paced, team-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement
Overview of the Assistant Controller role:
- Oversee treasury functions including bank reconciliations, contribution/distribution calculations, and cash flow review
- Review and approve investor/lender funding requests, reserves, and write-offs in line with governing agreements
- Maintain compliance with legal documents such as loan agreements, JV structures, leases, and PMAs across multiple projects
- Ensure GAAP-compliant accounting treatment for complex transactions like debt modifications, acquisitions, and dispositions
- Review and analyze general ledger activity, monthly and quarterly reporting, and accounting memos for accuracy and clarity
- Maintain and interpret internal controls, policies, and procedures to support financial reporting integrity
Preferred Qualifications for the Assistant Controller role:
- CPA required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within real estate, property management, or construction
- Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
- Experience with consolidations and intercompany transactions a plus
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with Yardi, MRI, or other real estate accounting software preferred
- Strong analytical and communication skills; comfortable working cross-functionally