Director of Accouting - Real Estate

Director of Accounting - Real Estate Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day accounting and fund finance activities across a growing real estate investment platform
• Oversee financial reporting, general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management functions
• Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes while ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Manage accounting and reporting for investment vehicles, operating entities, and real estate assets
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and investor reporting packages
• Partner with senior leadership to evaluate financial performance, operational trends, and portfolio metrics
• Develop and enhance accounting processes, controls, and reporting procedures to support continued growth
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as a primary liaison with external auditors and tax professionals
• Monitor compliance with accounting policies, regulatory requirements, and internal control standards
• Support budgeting, forecasting, treasury activities, and cash flow planning across the organization
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to improve efficiency, profitability, and investment performance
• Mentor and develop accounting staff while helping build a scalable finance infrastructure

Director of Accounting - Real Estate Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA strongly preferred)
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Extensive Real Estate accounting experience is required, ideally within private equity real estate, REITs, self-storage, commercial real estate, or real estate investment platforms
• Strong background in fund accounting, entity accounting, and consolidated financial reporting
• Experience overseeing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Deep understanding of GAAP and real estate accounting principles
• Prior experience managing external audits, tax advisors, and investor reporting processes
• Experience leading and developing accounting teams
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems; Yardi experience highly preferred
• Proven ability to oversee multiple entities, investments, and complex ownership structures
• Experience working closely with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, budgeting, forecasting, and operational performance
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills