Controller
Job Description
Role: Controller
Location: Dallas, TX (Onsite)
Base Salary: $150,000 BOE
Employment Type: Direct Hire
We are seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations for a multifamily real estate portfolio.
This is a high-impact, onsite role requiring someone who can step in quickly, lead a team, and take full ownership of the accounting function.
Required Qualifications (must have):
• Current, hands-on experience with Entrata
• Recent multifamily/property accounting experience
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Full ownership of month-end close and financial reporting
• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience
Open to:
• Controller
• Assistant Controller
• Accounting Manager
• Senior Accountant ready to step into a leadership role
Step-up candidates must have:
• Current multifamily experience
• Active, hands-on use of Entrata
• Demonstrated leadership or oversight of others
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
• Oversee general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals
• Manage property-level accounting including tenant activity and revenue recognition
• Supervise and develop a team of 5–6 accounting professionals
• Ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Partner with leadership on financial and operational reporting
Preferred:
• CPA or CPA track
• Experience in multi-entity or portfolio environments
• Experience with process improvement or system implementations
Note: Only candidates with current Entrata and multifamily experience will be considered.
Meet Your Recruiter
Katie Huff
Katie Huff serves as Assistant Recruiting Manager in CornerStone’s Professional Placement division, connecting high-performing professionals with organizations seeking top-tier talent. She approaches recruiting with a consultative mindset, taking the time to understand each client’s business objectives and each candidate’s long-term career goals. Katie is committed to delivering an exceptional experience throughout every step of the hiring process.
With a background in full-cycle recruitment across both Healthcare and IT, she brings experience, drive, and a people-first approach to every search. Katie genuinely loves the recruiting process, from sourcing and screening to helping candidates navigate interviews and land the right role.
What sets Katie apart is her energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to helping others succeed. She thrives on putting the puzzle pieces together, matching strong talent with the needs of a business and creating outcomes that benefit both the candidate and the client.
Katie is proud to be part of CornerStone’s Professional Placement team and is dedicated to building long-term relationships through trust, communication, and results.