Accounting Manager

About Vintage Housing

Vintage Housing is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing safe, affordable, and quality housing opportunities for seniors. Through the development and management of affordable housing communities, Vintage Housing works to strengthen communities and improve quality of life by making housing more accessible to those who need it most. As part of an organization committed to serving others, team members play an important role in supporting Vintage Housing's mission and long-term impact.

The Accounting Manager oversees the financial operations of Vintage Housing and its portfolio of properties. This position is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting functions, monitoring financial activities, and preparing financial reports for senior management, the Board of Directors, lenders, and investors.

Additionally, the Accounting Manager works closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to support the development portfolio, including construction closings, construction draw oversight, project cost certifications, and 8609 application reviews.

Corporate Accounting (60%)

• Lead and supervise a team consisting of the Senior Accountant and Staff Accountant, overseeing daily accounting operations, including journal entries, invoice processing, cash deposits, and bank reconciliations.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance staff to ensure accurate invoicing, billing, and consistent adherence to established financial procedures across the portfolio.
• Serve as the system administrator for RealPage and OneSite.
• Ensure all financial transactions are supported by appropriate documentation.
• Establish, maintain, and document accounting procedures and processes.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for Vintage Housing and its property portfolio.
• Assist with corporate and property audits, including reviewing audited financial statements and tax returns.
• Oversee local and state tax filings.

Real Estate Development (20%)

• Review organizational and financing documents in preparation for project construction closings.
• Track monthly financial reporting requirements for development projects.
• Review project settlement statement entries for accuracy.
• Oversee the bookkeeping process for new developments.
• Collaborate with the Accounting and Development teams to review construction draws and lender funding requests.
• Assist with preparation for project cost certifications.
• Submit equity requests to investors in accordance with project limited partnership agreements.
• Review 8609 applications for both 4% and 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) projects.

Grant Tracking (5%)

• Assist the accounting team with reviewing grant proposals and budgets.
• Monitor grant-related financial activities and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.

Other Duties (5%)

• Perform additional duties and financial analysis as assigned.
• Respond to evolving organizational needs, including managing multiple projects and competing priorities in a growing, highly regulated industry.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
• Minimum of five to seven years of relevant accounting experience preferred.
• At least three years of supervisory experience preferred, including experience managing teams of 2–5 employees.
• Public accounting experience and CPA certification are a plus.
• Real estate accounting experience preferred.
• Familiarity with RealPage and OneSite is a plus.
• Experience with Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), HOME Programs, affordable housing, and/or nonprofit organizations preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including writing, proofreading, and editing.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to take initiative, assume responsibility, and follow up promptly on assigned tasks.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving work environment.
• Professional, courteous, and responsive demeanor.
• A positive attitude and good sense of humor.

This is a full-time, exempt position. Typical workdays are Monday through Friday, with a total of 40 hours worked per week between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for community or Board meetings related to projects, special events, or other organizational needs.

The primary work environment is an office setting within a nonprofit organization providing a variety of services to seniors and their families. The activity level is high, and the noise level is moderate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

This position primarily requires sitting, using hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls, and communicating through speaking and hearing. Occasionally, the employee may be required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 30 pounds.