Accounting Manager

Archwest Capital; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Archwest Capital in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support month-end close and GAAP reporting. You will prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and assist with audits.

You will supervise junior staff, ensure accuracy, and collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations and Loan Administration. Strong Excel, GAAP knowledge, and communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including in both public accounting and private industry preferred.
• Real estate finance, mortgage lending, private credit, or related financial services industry experience strongly preferred.
• Active or inactive CPA license preferred, but not required.
• Prior supervisory, team lead, or management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, fluctuations analyses, and supporting schedules.
• Review work prepared by staff for accuracy, completeness, and GAAP compliance.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements, management reports, and audit schedules.
• Coordinate with external audit and tax teams for PBC requests and follow-up inquiries.
• Support internal controls through documentation and escalation of gaps.
• Collaborate with Operations, Loan Administration, and other departments to resolve accounting matters.
• Provide guidance and training to junior accounting staff.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Demonstrate advanced Excel capabilities with large datasets.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Manager in managing assigned areas of the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, fluctuation analyses, and supporting schedules
• Serve as the first-level reviewer for work prepared by staff, ensuring schedules are accurate, complete, well-supported, and prepared in accordance with GAAP
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate reconciling items and variances
• Support the preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements, management reports, and audit schedules
• Coordinate with external audit and tax teams by preparing PBC requests, providing supporting documentation, and responding to follow-up inquiries
• Support internal control activities by adhering to established procedures, maintaining appropriate documentation, and escalating control gaps or process issues as needed
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Loan Administration, and other departments to resolve accounting-related matters
• Provide guidance, training, and support to junior accounting staff as needed
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, formulas, and the ability to manipulate large datasets effectively
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrates accountability, follow-through, and sound judgment in preparing work that is accurate, complete, and well-supported

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in both public accounting and private industry preferred
• Real estate finance, mortgage lending, private credit, or related financial services industry experience strongly preferred
• Active or inactive CPA license preferred, but not required
• Prior supervisory, team lead, or management experience preferred