Assistant Controller

Hillwood • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Hillwood Investment Properties is a leader in acquiring and developing high-quality industrial properties with 297.6M SF across the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, and Europe. Hillwood pursues well-located, functional land in the path of progress and has one of the largest land banks with a capacity of over 137.4M SF for future development. Hillwood collaboratively builds successful partnerships with public and private landowners, as well as other developers, to execute and invest in a broad spectrum of industrial projects. As a privately held company, Hillwood possesses the depth of capital, market expertise, industry relationships, and a forward-thinking vision to buy and build industrial properties that meet evolving markets' logistics, distribution, and manufacturing demands. For more information on Hillwood's latest industrial availabilities across the U.S., U.K., and E.U., visit www.hillwood.com . Hillwood Investment Properties (HIP) is seeking a dynamic Assistant Controller to join our team in Dallas, TX . Reporting to the VP of HIP Corporate Accounting and Technology, this individual will help lead critical accounting operations and drive financial excellence across our organization. This role offers the opportunity to oversee corporate accounting, including Accounts Payable as well as Banking/Treasury operations, and intercompany financing programs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all processes. As a key financial leader, you will manage a talented team of six associates, collaborate with senior executives, and influence strategic decisions that support Hillwood’s continued growth and success.

Requirements

• Strong organizational, planning, and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Exceptional attention to detail while maintaining a strategic perspective.
• Ability to successfully navigate a complex infrastructure involving numerous groups and individuals, fostering collaboration and influencing stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly to senior leadership.
• Desire to learn, adapt, and embrace new challenges in a dynamic environment.
• Proven ability to identify and implement process improvements, leveraging technology and best practices to drive efficiency.
• Leadership skills with experience developing and managing high-performing teams.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling).
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work under tight deadlines, and deliver results in a fast-paced setting.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry best practices.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; CPA required.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role managing a team.
• Solid background in financial reporting, consolidation, and compliance with GAAP standards.

Nice To Haves

• Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred; experience in real estate or investment property accounting a plus.
• Previous experience working with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred).

Responsibilities

• Corporate Accounting: Financial Reporting and Compliance: Review internal consolidation and internal/external financial statements, delivering timely and accurate reporting to executive leadership. Ensure compliance with internal controls and GAAP standards. Oversee monthly financial statements, including development fees, overhead allocations, accruals, fixed assets, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Budgeting, Treasury and Cash Management: Proactively manage cash balances and monitor upcoming capital requirements for overhead and project capital calls. Direct treasury functions, including interest rate reviews and bank account management (opening/closing). Review and oversee preparation of the annual overhead budget and compilation of the final HIP budget, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure alignment with goals.
• Process Improvement and Team Leadership: Identify and implement process improvements, leveraging technology and best practices to drive efficiency and accuracy. Oversee quarterly and annual overhead allocation processes. Provide leadership and guidance to the Accounts Payable team.
• Intercompany Financing Program: Financial Oversight and Analysis: Oversee internal consolidation and reporting for the Intercompany Financing Program. Review external quarterly reporting for accuracy and completeness. Approve intercompany elimination entries. Review quarterly accounting information and final schedules of project costs with variance analysis.
• Participate in ad hoc projects and other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees