Accounting Manager (big 4 experience preferred)

Jobot; Cape Saint Claire (MD); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Hybrid schedule

HSA

Life Insurance

Disability

20 PTO days + holidays

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead fund accounting, private equity and real estate finance in a hybrid role based in Maryland/DC area. The role oversees accounting operations, investor capital, asset management, and regulatory reporting.

CPA and strong technical skills are required. The position offers salary between $125,000 and $150,000 per year, with benefits including medical/Dental/Vision, HSA, life and disability insurance, 20 PTO days plus holidays, and a flexible hybrid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; advanced degree preferred.
• CPA designation required.
• 5+ years of accounting management experience, preferably in real estate.
• Experience with fund accounting, fund management, and asset management.
• Strong knowledge of foreign exchange entries and financial close.
• Excellent analytical and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounting team to ensure timely financial close.
• Oversee investor capital accounts and ensure accurate recording.
• Manage fund accounting, reconciliations, reporting, and audits.
• Handle foreign exchange entries and regulatory compliance.
• Develop financial policies to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with senior management on financial strategies.
• Manage and monitor company assets and valuations.
• Prepare and present financial reports to management and stakeholders.
• Ensure tax filings and reporting meet local, state, and federal requirements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Job description

Accounting Manager - Fund Accounting, Private Equity, Real Estate

Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 per year

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in the Real Estate and Investment Management industry. This is a permanent, hybrid position, offering you the flexibility to work from both remotely and on-site. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing the company's accounting operations, including fund accounting, fund management, and asset management. This position is critical to our business and requires a professional with a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and a keen attention to detail.

The ideal candidate will have a strong Fund Accounting background, public accounting experience, a CPA, and/or property/real estate accounting. This position is hybrid and can offer office locations in either Annapolis, DC, or Baltimore.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Multiple offices and locations
• Hybrid (only 1-2 days per week in office)
• HSA
• Life insurance
• Disability
• 20 PTO days PLUS paid holidays

Responsibilities

1. Lead and manage the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial close.
2. Oversee the maintenance of investor capital accounts and ensure all transactions are accurately recorded and reported.
3. Manage and oversee all aspects of fund accounting, including reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit coordination.
4. Handle foreign exchange entries and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
5. Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of accounting operations.
6. Collaborate with senior management to develop financial strategies and make recommendations based on financial analysis and projections.
7. Manage and monitor the company's assets, ensuring they are correctly valued and accounted for.
8. Prepare and present financial reports to the management team, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
9. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal tax filings and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. An advanced degree is preferred.
2. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience in an accounting management role, preferably in the Mortgage industry.
4. Proven experience with fund accounting, fund management, asset management, and maintaining investor capital accounts.
5. Strong knowledge of foreign exchange entries and financial close procedures.
6. Excellent analytical skills with a strong attention to detail.
7. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a team effectively.
8. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present financial information clearly.
9. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
10. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Additional Information

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Accounting Manager to apply their skills and knowledge in a dynamic and growing company. You'll play a key role in driving our financial operations and contributing to our overall business strategy. If you're a dedicated, strategic thinker with a track record of excellence in accounting, we'd love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.