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Senior Vice President, Accounting

Confidential
Confidential Salary
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/14/2026

A privately held real estate owner, developer, and operator is seeking a Senior Vice President, Accounting to lead and modernize the company’s accounting organization.


Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this executive will oversee all accounting functions across a large U.S. real estate portfolio and play a critical role in strengthening processes, systems, and organizational capabilities.


This role is ideal for a transformational accounting leader who can drive operational improvements, leverage technology, and build a high-performing team.


Responsibilities

  • Lead all accounting functions including property accounting, corporate accounting, and financial operations.
  • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strong financial controls.
  • Provide accounting leadership for complex real estate transactions including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and joint ventures.
  • Drive improvements in accounting processes, internal controls, and operational efficiency.
  • Partner closely with the CFO and executive leadership on strategic initiatives and financial performance.
  • Optimize accounting systems and ensure effective use of Yardi and other enterprise platforms.
  • Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing accounting organization.


Qualifications

  • 15 years of progressive accounting leadership experience.
  • Significant experience within commercial real estate accounting.
  • Direct experience with Yardi required.
  • Proven experience leading and developing large accounting teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive operational improvements and organizational change.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
  • CPA preferred.


Location

This role is onsite five days per week in a major U.S. office location.


Relocation may be available for highly qualified candidates.

Salary : $240,000 - $320,000

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