What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Property Accounting Manager position at NorthPoint Search Group?
Senior Property Accounting Manager
Who: A seasoned accounting leader with 10–20 years of property management accounting experience.
What: Oversee accounting practices, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, tax compliance, and partner reporting for diverse real estate holdings.
When: Immediate need for an experienced professional to step into a leadership role.
Where: Washington, DC.
Why: Join a respected real estate organization and play a pivotal role in managing financial operations and strategic planning.
Office Environment: Collaborative, professional, and client-focused workplace.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Position Overview:
The Senior Property Accounting Manager will lead accounting functions across multiple real estate holdings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial operations. This role includes financial reporting, cash management, budgeting, tax coordination, and overseeing internal controls while working closely with leadership and clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee use of financial systems including MRI, AVID, and Treasury Management.
Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Manage financial analyses including balance sheets, depreciation, draws, and escrow distributions.
Assist with reporting, strategic planning, and forecasting.
Monitor cash flow and capital needs for real estate development.
Review CAM budgets and oversee cash management with banking partners.
Support tax processes for 25 entities (Partnerships, LLCs, and S-Corporations) and coordinate with CPA firms.
Develop tax strategies, oversee franchise tax filings, and manage insurance programs.
Assist with project lending and oversee draw processes.
Lead annual budget preparation for corporate and project-level operations.
Enhance business processes and accounting policies to strengthen controls and efficiency.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required; CPA preferred but not required.
10–20 years of property management accounting experience.
Strong understanding of real estate partnerships, development, construction, and property management.
Proficiency in MRI, Yardi, Timeline, and advanced Excel.
Supervisory experience with the ability to lead and mentor a team.
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects under deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with professional client interaction.
Self-driven, detail-oriented, and able to perform under pressure.
