Job Description
Position Overview
The Head of Accounting will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, and tax compliance, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of our financials. This role will manage a small accounting team, with a focus on expanding and structuring the department to scale efficiently as the business grows. The ideal candidate will have a CPA, extensive experience in commercial real estate accounting (preferably in multifamily), and proficiency in RealPage accounting software. This leadership position reports directly into the executive team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and Scale the Accounting Function: Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. Build and develop an accounting team that can grow with the company.
- Financial Reporting & Analysis: Manage financial statements, cash flow analysis, and internal reporting for executive leadership and investors.
- RealPage Accounting Oversight: Leverage RealPage accounting software to streamline financial management and reporting processes.
- Tax Compliance & Strategy: Work closely with external CPA firms to manage tax filings, ensure compliance, and develop tax strategies.
- Process Improvement & Controls: Implement financial controls, improve processes, and introduce best practices to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaboration & Leadership: Act as a strategic partner to the executive team, providing insights to support financial decision-making and business growth.
Qualifications & Requirements
- CPA required
- Minimum 7+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
- Experience in commercial real estate accounting (multifamily preferred)
- Proficiency in RealPage accounting software strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of GAAP, tax regulations, and real estate finance
- Proven ability to build and lead a high-performing accounting team
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary & performance-based incentives
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Gym membership
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Paid holidays & generous PTO