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Job Title: Accounting Manager
Location: On Site - Atlanta, GA (30303)
Salary: $120,000-$140,000 bonus
Skills: Real Estate Accounting, Financial Reporting, Project Accounting, GAAP, CPA
About the Real Estate Company / The Opportunity:
Our client is a leader in the real estate management industry with a deep history of overseeing premier operating properties. This is an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Manager to join a seasoned team dedicated to innovation, excellence, and growth within the dynamic Atlanta market. The role offers the chance to lead talented professionals, collaborate cross-functionally with asset management and development teams, and ensure high-impact financial stewardship of diverse real estate assets.
Responsibilities:
- Review and compile financial statements, schedules, and disclosures for multiple operating properties under various entities.
- Lead the successful onboarding of newly acquired properties and facilitate transitions from development to operations.
- Manage month-end close processes tailored to each property’s specific requirements.
- Implement process improvements and support technology upgrades across accounting functions.
- Supervise and develop team members through coaching, feedback, and performance reviews.
- Coordinate annual budgets and reforecasting activities, providing insights to property and asset management teams.
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, audits, and financial statement preparation.
- Collaborate on tax reporting—supporting property tax and business personal property filings.
- Interpret and apply technical accounting guidance relevant to property and deal-specific standards.
- Analyze legal agreements, including loan documents and joint venture contracts, supporting deal execution and compliance.
- Review equity distribution waterfalls and lease agreements, including broker commissions.
- Remain current on industry best practices and support other duties as assigned.
Must-Have Skills:
- 5 years of accounting experience, preferably with real estate clients and operating property fundamentals.
- Strong background in partnership and LLC entity structures.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial accounting, reporting, and tax for real estate assets.
- Technical proficiency with Yardi (preferred) and MS Office, especially Excel.
- Exceptional analytical and organizational skills, with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage, prioritize, and oversee multiple projects and deadlines.
- Experience leading teams in a deadline-driven, collaborative environment.
- Ability to work independently and with minimal oversight.
- In-office availability five days per week.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA designation.
- Experience with property tax and equity distribution calculations.
- Familiarity with technical accounting guidance for complex real estate transactions.
- Comfort interpreting legal agreements in real estate transactions.
- Active participation in professional organizations related to accounting and real estate.
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000