Sr. Manager Housing-Real Estate-FD563602

JOB SUMMARY:The Accounting Housing & Real Estate Manager provides strategic and operational leadership across ICL’s housing portfolio, ensuring strong financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, and alignment between finance, facilities, and program operations.This role integrates controller-level oversight, asset and property accounting, affiliate financial management, and capital planning support, helping to drive informed decision-making across development, operations, and long-term portfolio strategy.Financial Leadership & OversightLead accounting, financial reporting, and compliance across ICL’s housing and real estate entities (including nonprofit and affiliated structures such as LPs, LLCs, and joint ventures)Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, consolidations, and executive-level management reportingEnsure accuracy and completeness of journal entries, account reconciliations, lease schedules, loan amortizations, and intercompany activityCompliance, Audit & External ReportingLead preparation and coordination of audits, tax filings, and reporting to lenders, syndicators, and government agenciesEnsure compliance with regulatory, contractual, and financing requirements across development, construction, and stabilized operationsMaintain oversight of partnership agreements, regulatory documents, and entity compliance requirementsStrategic Finance & AdvisoryServe as a key financial advisor to the CFO and senior leadership on:Real estate development and project structuringAcquisitions, refinancing, and portfolio optimizationFinancial modeling and long-term sustainability planningSupport evaluation of new housing opportunities and capital investmentsAsset & Portfolio ManagementOversee financial asset management functions, including:Operating budgets and forecastsReserve tracking and complianceInsurance and risk managementVariance analysis and performance monitoringPartner with Facilities and program leadership to align financial performance with operational realitiesCross-Functional IntegrationAct as the primary financial liaison to third-party property management firms; monitor performance, reporting quality, and cost efficiencyPartner with Procurement and Facilities leadership to:Improve vendor oversight and cost controlsSupport capital planning and long-term infrastructure investment strategiesStrengthen financial visibility across OPEX and CAPEX spendTeam Leadership & Process ImprovementSupervise, mentor, and develop finance staff supporting housing and affiliate entitiesLead process improvements, internal control enhancements, and financial system optimizationDrive standardization of reporting, workflows, and documentation across the portfolioCapital Planning & Special ProjectsSupport enterprise capital planning efforts, including multi-year investment strategies and infrastructure planningParticipate in cross-department initiatives, system implementations, and strategic finance projectsThis role requires active collaboration across Finance, Facilities, Procurement, Development, and external stakeholders. The Senior Manager must be comfortable:Managing complex entity structures and regulatory environmentsEngaging with auditors, lenders, syndicators, and government agenciesBalancing strategic leadership with detailed financial oversightOperating in a cross-functional environment with evolving processes and prioritiesCommitted to active promotion of ICL values and goals. Knowledge of property management & maintenance and operational planning. Detailed knowledge of computer systems and programs related to and necessary for the performance of the job. Knowledge or inventory management. Knowledge of safety related matters. Ability to work and collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to interact well with others and be culturally sensitive to both staff and consumers. Ability to react appropriately in emergency situations. Ability to lead and supervise and evaluate subordinates. Ability to communicate at the highest levels.May spend upwards of fifty percent of the workweek in the field traveling within the Greater New York area.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field requiredCPA strongly preferred7–10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including 3+ years in a leadership roleExperience with nonprofit and affordable housing structures (e.g., LIHTC, LP, LLC, joint ventures) strongly preferredDemonstrated experience managing audits, consolidations, and multi-entity financial reportingStrong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and nonprofit/real estate compliance frameworksUnderstanding of real estate finance, housing regulations, and funding structuresAdvanced Excel skills; experience with systems such as Sage Intacct, MIP, or similar platforms preferredStrong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to present to executive leadershipProven ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment#ICLOTHER Job SummaryRequisition Number: SRMAN008101Job Category: Accounting/FinanceSchedule: Full-Time