Accounting Manager

Broekema Group; California (MO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Broekema Group, a California-based real estate developer, is seeking an Accounting Manager to own day-to-day accounting operations and lead financial reporting. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams and interacts with external auditors and senior leadership to provide visibility into financial operations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance with at least 5 years of accounting/finance experience (2+ in leadership), strong U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5 years accounting/finance experience with 2+ years in leadership.
• Solid working knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Ensure GAAP adherence including ASC 606/ASC 842.
• Liaise with external auditors and support annual audit.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and analyses.
• Apply technical accounting knowledge across areas.
• Develop accounting policies and internal controls.
• Collaborate with teams to identify financial risks.
• Drive process improvements including automation.
• Support business development and transaction-related accounting.
• Conduct technical accounting research and ad hoc projects.

Skills

Advanced Excel

U.S. GAAP

Leadership

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA license (preferred)

MBA or advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

NewStar/Constellation

Job description

Our client is a well-capitalized real estate developer operating across California. They're looking for an Accounting Manager to own day-to-day accounting operations and lead financial reporting efforts. This role works closely with cross-functional teams across the business. It's an excellent opportunity for someone who wants real visibility into a growing organization's financial operations.

What Makes This Role Worth a Look:

• The company has several active projects across Southern California and is expanding.
• You’ll work directly with external auditors and senior leadership, giving you exposure to strategic decisions.
• This is a stable, well-capitalized company in a niche industry where real estate accounting experience is valued and developed.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and coordinate quarterly and annual financial statements, including related schedules and disclosures
• Ensure accounting practices align with U.S. GAAP standards, including ASC 606 (revenue recognition) and ASC 842 (lease accounting)
• Act as a key liaison with external auditors and support the annual audit from start to finish
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses
• Apply technical accounting knowledge across areas, including cost capitalization, asset impairments, and equity and debt transactions
• Build and refine accounting policies, internal controls, and departmental procedures
• Collaborate with other teams to identify financial risks and communicate findings clearly
• Contribute to process improvement efforts, including automation and cost-efficiency initiatives
• Support business development and transaction-related accounting needs
• Conduct technical accounting research and assist with ad hoc projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5 years of accounting or finance experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity
• Solid working knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with accounting software systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in real estate or homebuilding
• Active CPA license
• MBA or other advanced degree
• Familiarity with NewStar/Constellation accounting systems

Compensation:

Salary Range: $115,000 - $130,000*

*The above represents the lowest to highest expected salary range for this job opening upon hire. Our client ultimately may pay more or less than the posted salary range, and the salary range may be modified in the future. Our client will consider job-related factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs when determining pay.