Accounting Manager

SpectrumCareers; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate firm in Baltimore is seeking a Mid-Senior level Accountant to manage daily accounting operations and lead financial close processes. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate, a solid understanding of GAAP, and strong leadership skills. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while supervising staff and ensuring compliance across multiple properties.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, 3 years in real estate.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting practices.
• Experience with consolidations and multi-entity environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes; prepare financial statements.
• Oversee cash management and coordinate annual audits.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Fast-paced adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA

Tools

Yardi

MRI

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Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.
• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes; prepare and review financial statements for multiple properties and entities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and industry-specific accounting requirements.
• Review property-level financials and provide variance analysis against budgets and forecasts.
• Oversee cash management, reconciliations, and capital expenditure tracking.
• Coordinate annual audits and tax filings with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Implement and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to support growth and compliance.
• Assist in accounting for complex structures such as partnerships, joint ventures, and intercompany transactions.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff accountants.
• Partner with senior leadership to support strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and financings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred.
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in the real estate sector (investment, development, or property management).
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting practices.
• Experience with consolidations, joint ventures, and multi-entity environments.
• Proficiency with real estate ERP/accounting systems (Yardi, MRI, or similar preferred).
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with multiple priorities.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Real Estate
• Financial Services