Head of Property Accounting POST NUMBER: 48269
COMPANY OVERVIEW Our client is a growing real estate investment and development platform focused on acquiring, developing, and managing high-quality assets across multiple investment vehicles and operating entities. Backed by institutional capital and an experienced leadership team, the company continues to expand its portfolio and investment platform while building scalable infrastructure to support long-term growth. POSITION SUMMARY The Head of Property Accounting, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, will lead the accounting and reporting function. This leader will be accountable for accurate portfolio reporting, strong financial governance and scalable processes that support our continued growth. This role will drive operational transformation while partnering closely with property management, asset management and other key stakeholders. Success requires a hands-on, strategic leader with deep real estate accounting expertise, strong technology acumen and the ability to build high-performing teams. This team is expected to double in size over the next 3-4 years through continued growth via acquisition and organic growth initiatives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead accounting and reporting activities for a growing portfolio of multifamily assets across the asset lifecycle, including acquisitions, development stabilizations, operations and dispositions. Drive modernization initiatives focused on automation, process standardization, reporting efficiency, scalable accounting infrastructure, and improved systems and workflows across Yardi and other reporting platforms, including opportunities to leverage technology and AI-enabled reporting solutions. Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual close processes for the portfolio, ensuring accurate, timely and complete financial reporting. Partner with external auditors throughout the audit process. Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures and internal controls in compliance with GAAP and company standards, including guidance for complex transactions, dispositions and emerging accounting considerations. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of accounting professionals while driving alignment, accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence as the function scales. Serve as a trusted accounting partner to property management, asset management, development, corporate accounting and other business leaders by providing financial insight, reporting transparency, and accounting guidance to support strategic decisions and investment growth. DESIRED BACKGROUND 10 years of progressive accounting experience, with 4 years in a supervisory or managerial role, preferably in property management or real estate. CPA certification preferred but not required Strong technical accounting skills and proficiency in GAAP; deep knowledge of real estate accounting principles. Proficient in real estate financial management software (e.g., Yardi, MRI and others) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Demonstrated experience leading complex accounting operations across large real estate portfolios Experience managing, developing and scaling high-performing teams in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments, with focus on accountability, collaboration and operational excellence. Strong background in process improvement, automation, organizational scaling, and finance or accounting transformation initiatives. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization, focused on building an engaged and efficient team. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.
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