Accounting Manager - Real Estate

Our client is a well-capitalized, rapidly growing residential real estate firm in NYC. They have a friendly, team-oriented culture, an attractive benefits package, and can offer an accelerated path for growth. The Manager will be responsible for managing the accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of operating assets and related entities. The position focuses on timely close processes, accurate reporting, coordination with operational teams, and maintaining compliance with internal policies and external requirements. Responsibilities Maintain general ledger activity, ensuring transactions are properly recorded and classified. Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules. Lead the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met. Complete key close tasks, including reconciliations, accruals, intercompany activity, and variance analysis. Identify and resolve issues impacting the close or financial accuracy. Partner with payables functions to ensure accurate coding, timing, and processing of expenses. Work closely with operational teams to align on financial impacts of day-to-day activities. Contribute to reporting packages by providing financial data, support, and explanations. Track and maintain accuracy of equity and ownership-related activity. Monitor cash activity and assist with funding needs and payment planning. Support compliance with financing and banking requirements, including required reporting and documentation. Maintain organized documentation to support audits, reviews, and internal controls. Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and accuracy. Qualifications Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Several years of experience in accounting, including ownership of month-end close. Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, and accrual-based accounting. Experience working cross-functionally with both finance and operations teams. Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities. Familiarity with common accounting systems and workflows. #J-18808-Ljbffr