Director of Real Estate Accounting

The Director of Real Estate Accounting will serve as a key accounting leader responsible for overseeing accounting activities related to the company’s real estate investment portfolio, including lease and loan investments.

This position requires a strong operational accounting leader with experience in real estate or investment accounting, lease accounting, loan accounting, and public company reporting. The Director will lead and develop a team of three while driving process improvements, strengthening internal controls, and enhancing the scalability and effectiveness of the accounting function.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting for real estate lease and loan portfolios, including ASC 842, lease modifications, revenue recognition, loan activity, and interest income.
• Manage the CECL model, including methodology, assumptions, controls, and quarterly reporting.
• Support financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, quarterly analytics, and non-GAAP performance metrics.
• Partner with Technical Accounting on complex leases, financing structures, and investment transactions.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and reporting enhancements while maintaining a strong SOX control environment.
• Oversee accounts receivable, cash collections, and related reporting.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and accounting systems.
• Experience implementing process improvements, reporting automation, or accounting system enhancements.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and public company accounting/reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop accounting professionals in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present complex accounting matters to executive leadership, auditors, and business partners.

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid holidays

3 weeks PTO

Paid sick leave

Life and disability insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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