Job Description: Accounting Manager/Controller (Property Accounting) – Family Investment Office (Commercial Real Estate)

Overview: Our client is a successful, established small family investment office, based in River Oaks and focused on commercial real estate investment and management across Houston. The organization offers outstanding work-life balance and an opportunity to grow alongside a supportive team. They are seeking an Accounting Manager/Controller to lead accounting functions for their real estate portfolio and other assets and investments. Commercial property accounting experience required. Please apply and email your resume to Alyssa.white@roberthalf.com for immediate consideration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all general accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, credit card and bank reconciliations, payroll, accruals, expense reports, journal entries, commission and loan schedules, and intercompany transactions.
• Manage fixed assets, monthly depreciation and amortization, asset capitalization vs. expense, and ensure proper documentation and compliance for business loans and refinances.
• Perform monthly property accounting, reviewing reports for accuracy and correct allocations; process and reconcile third-party property management activity.
• Lead monthly close of financial statements, conduct management reporting and analysis, provide budget reviews, and investigate variances.
• Prepare and analyze monthly cash flow statements, including capital improvements and significant expenses.
• Oversee debt compliance and prepare lender financial reporting (annually).
• Coordinate and prepare annual property budgets with managers/owners; monitor budget vs. actuals and report variances.
• Manage annual CAM/tax/insurance reconciliations, tenant billings and collections, property tax payments, insurance renewals, and administrative cost allocation and billing between entities.
• Handle payroll and tax reporting, including quarterly and annual filings (W-2, 1099, Franchise Tax).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preference
• Minimum 5+ years of property accounting experience, including commercial real estate.
• Strong grasp of month-end close, accrual accounting, and general ledger management.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality work in a family office environment.