Director, Corporate Accounting

A leading alternative investment firm with a diversified real estate investment platform is seeking a Director, Corporate Accounting to join its growing finance leadership team. Reporting directly to the Chief Accounting Officer, this is a highly visible leadership role responsible for leading the organization's controllership, financial reporting, operational accounting and internal control functions.

Based in Manhattan, this position offers a flexible hybrid working schedule and the opportunity to play a key leadership role within a collaborative, high-performing finance organization

About the Director, Corporate Accounting

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing accounting organization across multiple functions.
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Partner closely with the Chief Accounting Officer and executive leadership on strategic initiatives, operational improvements and finance transformation projects.
• Drive continuous improvement across accounting operations, financial controls, reporting processes and automation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, SOX and internal control frameworks.
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, SEC reporting deliverables and supporting schedules.
• Partner with external auditors and advisors throughout quarterly reviews, year-end audits and regulatory reporting.
• Develop and enhance accounting policies, procedures and best practices across the finance organization.
• Build strong relationships across Accounting, Finance, Investments, Treasury, Tax, Legal and Operations to support the continued growth of the business.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline; CPA required.
• 10-15 years of progressive accounting leadership experience across Big 4 public accounting and industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading sizeable accounting teams within a complex public company, alternative investment manager or commercial real estate investment organization.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, SEC reporting, internal controls and SOX compliance.
• Experience supporting accounting for commercial real estate investments, real estate investment structures or alternative asset management platforms is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, develop and retain high-performing teams while building strong cross-functional relationships.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills with experience partnering with executive leadership.
• Track record of driving process improvements, operational efficiencies and finance transformation initiatives.

What Sets This Company Apart

This leading alternative investment firm continues to expand its market presence through disciplined growth and strategic execution. Backed by an experienced leadership team, the organization offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing accounting function while partnering closely with executive leadership on key business initiatives. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced accounting leader looking to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

What's Next

• If interested in this position, please contact Nick Louca at nick.louca@robertwalters.com.