Controller- Property Accounting

WRMC•Irving, TX

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Worth Ross Management Company (WRMC) is seeking an experienced and strategic Controller of Property Accounting to lead our growing property accounting team. This role oversees all aspects of property accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, and compliance. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys improving processes through technology and automation. They are passionate about developing high-performing teams while delivering exceptional financial service to clients.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA preferred
10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including significant leadership experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
Experience leading multiple accounting functions and managing high-performing teams
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities
Experience overseeing financial audits and compliance activities
Strong technology aptitude with experience implementing process improvements and automation

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for all property accounting operations.
Lead and develop managers and accounting teams across multiple functional areas.
Ensure timely and accurate month-end financial closings and delivery of client financial statements.
Establish, monitor, and strengthen internal controls to safeguard client assets.
Partner with executive leadership and operational teams to improve financial performance and client service.
Respond to accounting-related escalations from clients and operational leaders.
Oversee treasury operations, banking relationships, and financial system access controls.
Direct compliance activities related to client financial audits.
Drive continuous process improvements, workflow automation, and technology initiatives.
Champion the use of AI and innovative accounting technologies to improve efficiency and scalability.
Develop and monitor departmental KPIs and performance metrics.
Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Collaborate with accounting software vendors to enhance systems and processes.