Our client is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations for a commercial real estate portfolio and development projects. This full-time role is based in their West Los Angeles headquarters and follows a hybrid schedule (in-office Monday-Wednesday, remote Thursday-Friday). The ideal candidate has strong technical and transactional accounting skills, experience in real estate accounting, and proficiency in Yardi Voyager.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daily accounting for commercial properties and development projects.
- Interpret lease agreements and ensure proper accounting for tenant chargebacks.
- Lead monthly close, financial reporting, and budgeting processes.
- Review and prepare financial reports, CAM reconciliations, and lender packages.
- Monitor fixed assets and construction-in-progress for capitalization.
- Support internal teams including Property Management, Tax, and Treasury.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, loan covenants, and company policies.
- Identify process improvement opportunities and mentor team members.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.
- 5-8 years of real estate accounting experience, including 2+ years managing staff.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, CAM reconciliations, and 1031 exchanges.
- Proficient in Yardi Voyager (GL, CAM, Budgeting, etc.).
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with financial modeling a plus.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.