Real Estate Head of Accounting and Finance

BKM Capital Partners is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented leader to serve as Director, Finance & Accounting, playing a critical role in managing and scaling the firm’s financial infrastructure. Based in our Newport Beach, California office, the Director will report directly to executive leadership and oversee all core finance and accounting functions across a high-growth, vertically integrated real estate platform. This role is responsible for ensuring accuracy, transparency, and efficiency across financial reporting, fund operations, and treasury, while building a scalable platform to support continued growth.

i ) Strateg y, Innovation & Leadership (ii) Property & Fund Accounting, and (iii) Corporate Finance, Accounting & Treasury.

This role is 100% in-office due to the collaborative nature of our business.

Strategic Finance

Partner with executive leadership to align finance and accounting priorities with firmwide strategy and growth objectives

Provide financial insight and decision support on key initiatives, including acquisitions, integrations, and new business lines

Act as a thought partner across departments, helping drive alignment between Finance and Operations

Identify and implement automation opportunities across finance and accounting workflows (reporting, close, fund operations, and data management)

Assist the adoption and optimization of technology solutions (Data platforms, AI tools) to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability

Partner with internal and external resources to build a modern, data-driven finance function

Data, Reporting & Insights

Develop KPI frameworks and performance metrics to support data-driven decision-making

Oversee audit and tax functions across the organization, partnering closely with external auditors and tax advisors

Build, develop, and mentor high-performing teams across all finance and accounting functions

Establish clear career paths, training programs, and succession planning initiatives

Support firmwide initiatives and contribute to a collaborative, high-performance culture

Property & Fund Accounting

Oversee all property-level and fund-level accounting functions across the platform, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting

Review financials, fund NAVs, and variance analyses across all assets and investment vehicles

Ensure consistency in accounting policies, reporting standards, and application of fund governing documents (e.g., Financial Reporting & Capital Activity

Oversee preparation and review of property and fund financial statements, including partner capital account reporting

Ensure accuracy of NAV calculations and alignment with investment structures

Establish and maintain standardized processes across property and fund accounting, including close timelines and reporting deliverables

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability as the platform grows

Corporate Finance, Accounting & Treasury

Financial Reporting & Close

Oversee corporate accounting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes

Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and management reporting

Maintain integrity of the general ledger and supporting schedules

FP&A & Strategic Support

Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across the platform

Deliver insights on financial performance, trends, and key business drivers

Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives and financial decision-making

Liquidity & Cash Management

Oversee firmwide cash management, liquidity planning, and capital allocation

Monitor cash positions across corporate entities, funds, and properties

Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts to support operational and investment decisions

Banking & Capital Management

Manage relationships with banking partners and lenders

Oversee treasury operations, including wires, controls, and cash movement processes

Optimize use of credit facilities, including subscription lines and corporate lines of credit

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required; 12+ years of progressive experience in accounting and/or finance, with demonstrated leadership responsibility

• Public accounting experience (Big 4 preferred) with a strong technical foundation in GAAP and financial reporting
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Competitive Pay + Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Fun Work Vibe (indoor basketball court/gym/pickleball), creative office space