Accounting Manager - Real Estate

Chesapeake Search Partners; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to manage the full spectrum of accounting and financial reporting for real estate investments. This role requires strong expertise in general ledger processes and financial reporting, along with proficient Excel skills and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience, including familiarity with real estate investment structures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting, with 3 years in real estate investment.
• Strong understanding of month-end and quarter-end closes.
• Experience with debt compliance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review property-level financials for accuracy and variance analysis.
• Coordinate with teams to produce timely financial statements.
• Prepare required reports for lender compliance.

Skills

General Ledger Management

Financial Reporting

Variance Analysis

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the full spectrum of accounting and financial reporting activities for a portfolio of real estate investments, including multi-tiered joint ventures, development entities, and related investment vehicles. This role supports both property- and investment-level reporting and plays a key part in capital event execution, compliance, and financial analysis.

Base pay range

$115,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Review property-level financials prepared by third-party or internal property accounting teams. Ensure accuracy, perform variance analysis, and prepare necessary adjusting journal entries prior to consolidation or reporting to investors.
• General Ledger Management - Maintain general ledger accuracy, including creating and posting journal entries, reconciling key accounts, managing supporting schedules, and performing cash postings and bank reconciliations.
• Month-End and Quarter-End Close - Coordinate with Property Accounting, Asset Management, and Finance teams to produce timely and accurate monthly and quarterly financial statements, investor reports, and internal reporting packages.
• Capital Events Support - Assist in the preparation and tracking of capital calls, distributions, and waterfall calculations. Support investment teams in modeling and reporting capital activity.
• Debt Compliance - Prepare required reports for lender compliance, including debt covenant calculations and guarantor-related disclosures.
• Audit & Tax Support - Assist in the preparation of audit and tax packages. Work directly with auditors and tax preparers to ensure timely and accurate completion of deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in real estate investment, property accounting, or joint venture structures.
• Familiarity with financial reporting requirements for commercial real estate or real estate funds.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger processes, account reconciliations, and month-end closings.
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems; comfort working with accounting and reporting software.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience developing or refining accounting policies, procedures, and workflows is a plus.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing