Director of Accounting

Our client is a well-established, privately held real estate investment and development organization with a significant portfolio of commercial properties. The company is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead property accounting operations and serve as a key financial partner to senior leadership, investment professionals, and property teams. This is an opportunity to step into a high-visibility accounting leadership position with exposure to senior leadership, investment teams, and a diverse real estate portfolio. The Director will have meaningful ownership over the accounting function and the opportunity to build processes, develop talent, and drive operational improvements. Responsibilities Lead accounting for a diverse portfolio of commercial real estate properties. Manage and mentor a large team of accounting professionals, including Managers, Senior Managers, and Property Accountants. Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes under GAAP, tax basis, and cash basis accounting. Partner with investment and property management teams on asset performance, reporting, and operating decisions. Review budgets, forecasts, operating expenses, and financial reporting. Oversee tenant billings, including CAM, real estate taxes, and other property-level billbacks. Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and other external reporting requirements. Review debt compliance, including loan covenants, debt yield, and debt service coverage requirements. Oversee property-level cash management, distributions, capital calls, and lender draws. Evaluate and improve accounting processes, controls, and systems. Participate in strategic projects and efficiency initiatives across the accounting organization. Provide oversight of REIT compliance and related planning. Qualifications 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably within commercial real estate, REITs, or real estate investment/fund accounting. Prior experience managing and developing accounting teams. Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, audits, and tax reporting. Strong understanding of debt compliance and financial analysis. Excellent communication and relationship-management skills with the ability to work with senior executives and investment professionals. Advanced Excel skills. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field. CPA and prior public accounting experience preferred. Experience with MRI, Anaplan, AvidXchange, or Spreadsheet Server is a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr