Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join a real estate finance team in Dallas, Texas. This role combines day-to-day leadership of property accounting activities with ownership of core financial processes, making it well suited for someone who is comfortable working hands-on while guiding others. The position supports finance leadership by strengthening close procedures, improving reporting quality, and helping maintain accurate results across a diverse property portfolio.

Responsibilities:
• Direct the monthly close cycle for operating and holding entities within the property portfolio, ensuring deadlines are met and results are accurate.
• Examine journal entries, accrual calculations, and balance sheet reconciliations prepared by team members to confirm completeness and compliance.
• Oversee the creation and review of property-level financial reports, providing clear and reliable information for internal stakeholders.
• Maintain the integrity of general ledger records and supporting schedules by monitoring account activity and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Coach and support property accounting staff through regular guidance, work review, and development-focused feedback.
• Work closely with property management and operations partners to investigate variances, reconcile balances, and address accounting questions.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities while analyzing property performance against expectations and prior periods.
• Coordinate documentation and responses for audits, tax-related requests, and lender reporting obligations across assigned entities.
• Recommend and apply process enhancements that improve efficiency, consistency, and accounting controls within the department.
• Assist finance leadership with ad hoc reporting, special initiatives, and other operational priorities as needed.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including direct responsibility for core accounting processes.
• Proven hands-on background in property accounting is required.
• Prior experience in multifamily or broader real estate accounting is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, or mentor accounting staff is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger activity, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting is required.
• Advanced Excel skills are required, and experience with RealPage or a comparable real estate accounting platform is preferred.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines are essential.