Houston's family offices are often built on energy fortunes, which brings complex partnership, royalty and operating-company accounting.
Family office salaries in Houston
| Role | Base salary (estimate) | Typical bonus |
|---|---|---|
| Family Office Controller | $170K–$235K | 15–25% |
| Family Office Accountant | $95K–$140K | 5–15% |
| Family Office Tax Manager | $145K–$205K | 10–20% |
| Family Office CFO | $295K–$470K | 25–50% |
| Family Office Chief of Staff | $145K–$245K | 15–30% |
| Family Office Operations Manager | $125K–$195K | 10–20% |
| Family Office Executive Assistant | $90K–$145K | 10–20% |
| Family Office Payroll Manager | $110K–$145K | 5–15% |
| Head of Family Office | $345K–$590K | 30–60% |
| Family Office Investment Analyst | $100K–$155K | 15–40% |
Estimated base salary at a single family office managing $250M–$1B, 2% below the national midpoint.
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Hiring a family office team in Houston
The strongest candidates in Houston usually come from Big 4 and regional CPA firms' private client groups, fund administrators, private banks and other family offices. Most are not looking; they move when the right office calls, which is why a targeted, confidential search works better than a job posting.
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Family office questions for Houston
How much does a family office controller make in Houston?
We estimate $170K–$235K base at a single family office managing $250M–$1B, 2% below the national midpoint.
Are there family office jobs in Houston?
Yes. Most family office roles in Houston are filled through referrals and specialist recruiters rather than public postings.
Do you recruit for family offices in Houston?
Yes. We run confidential searches in Houston for controllers, accountants, tax managers, chiefs of staff and more.