Accounting Manager

Job Summary

A mission-driven organization in Ventura, CA is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for a direct hire opportunity supporting affordable housing development, construction accounting, and nonprofit corporate accounting operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys overseeing complex project accounting, improving processes, mentoring staff, and partnering closely with executive finance leadership.

The Accounting Manager will work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where accounting plays a key role in supporting high-quality residential communities and long-term organizational stability. This is a strong opportunity for a finance professional who values meaningful work, supportive leadership, community impact, and the chance to contribute to affordable housing initiatives through accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

- Supervise, review, train, and support Development and Corporate Staff Accountants while providing day-to-day accounting leadership.
- Oversee full-cycle accounting for affordable housing development projects, construction activities, and nonprofit corporate operations.
- Manage job cost accounting, project budgets, funding source tracking, construction draws, bank draws, and draw request processing.
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, and variance reporting.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, organizational policies, lender requirements, grant regulations, restricted fund requirements, and other funding guidelines.
- Coordinate audit support, tax preparation, Form 1099 reporting, compliance reviews, internal controls, financial systems, and process improvement initiatives.

Compensation and Benefits

- Direct hire opportunity.
- Salary range: $95,000 to $105,000 per year.
- Full-time, exempt position.
- Location: Corporate office in Ventura, CA.

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Additional Skills

Required Qualifications and Skills

- Oversee accounting operations for affordable housing development projects, construction activities, and nonprofit corporate functions.
- Manage construction accounting, job cost records, project budgets, funding source tracking, and draw administration.
- Lead financial close, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
- Supervise accounting staff and support continuity of accounting operations across the department.

- Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Five or more years of progressive accounting experience.
- Understanding of real estate accounting principles, financial reporting procedures, and variance analysis.
- Construction accounting experience required.
- Knowledge of GAAP and strong understanding of accounting controls, reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- Computer proficiency and ability to work effectively with accounting and financial systems.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with staff, lenders, funding partners, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Valid California driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and access to dependable transportation.
- Commitment to affordable housing and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of low-income communities.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with nonprofit accounting or multi-funded organizations.
- Familiarity with government grant regulations and compliance reporting.
- Knowledge of low-income housing funding compliance requirements.
- Experience with Yardi software.
- Prior experience supporting audits, tax preparation, grant documentation, loan tracking, and restricted fund reporting.