Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager will serve as the lead accounting and finance professional for a portfolio of residential land development projects. This individual will oversee accounting activities across multiple single-purpose entities (SPEs), manage relationships with lenders and third‑party accounting providers, and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience in residential construction, homebuilding, land development, or a similarly inventory‑driven industry such as manufacturing. Success in this role requires someone who is highly organized, self‑directed, detail‑oriented, and comfortable operating in a hands‑on environment. Key Responsibilities Oversee accounting and financial reporting for approximately 10+ single‑purpose entities (SPEs), each tied to a specific residential development project. Review monthly financial statements prepared by outsourced accounting partners and ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely close processes. Manage general ledger activity, account reconciliations, inventory accounting, accruals, and project cost tracking. Coordinate closely with external CPA firms and accounting service providers to support financial reporting and audits. Ensure proper accounting treatment for land development costs, inventory, lot sales, construction costs, and project profitability. Construction Loan & Lender Administration Serve as the primary point of contact for banking and lending relationships. Manage construction and development loan reporting requirements across multiple projects. Coordinate loan draws, lender deliverables, progress reports, covenant reporting, and borrowing base documentation. Monitor project financing activities, loan balances, and compliance requirements. Operational Support Partner directly with ownership on financial planning, project performance, and strategic initiatives. Evaluate current accounting processes and recommend operational improvements. Help determine the long‑term accounting structure, including potential future in‑house accounting hires. Assist with implementation and optimization of accounting systems and reporting tools. Support project teams with financial information related to ongoing development and homebuilding activities. Qualifications Required Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 5+ years of accounting experience. Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial statements, and reconciliations. Experience managing multiple entities or business units. Proficiency with QuickBooks and advanced Excel skills. Strong communication skills and ability to interact directly with lenders, CPAs, ownership, and external partners. Self‑starter mentality with the ability to work independently and manage priorities without significant oversight. Preferred Accounting experience within: Residential construction Homebuilding Land development Manufacturing or inventory‑based industries Experience with construction loans, loan draws, lender reporting, and project accounting. CPA designation or CPA‑track experience. Experience working with outsourced accounting providers. Experience with Sage, SharePoint, or project accounting software. #J-18808-Ljbffr FTS, Inc.