Audit Manager Real Estate

ZipRecruiter; Carteret (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally recognized public accounting firm is looking for an Audit Manager specializing in real estate. You'll lead audit engagements, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality financial reporting. This hybrid role is ideal for experienced professionals with a CPA and public accounting background in real estate.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k)

Generous PTO

Wellness programs

Continuous learning and career development resources

Qualifications

• CPA license (or actively pursuing certification).
• 4+ years public accounting experience focusing on real estate clients.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and GAAS.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit and review engagements for real estate clients.
• Supervise, train, and mentor audit staff.
• Deliver high-quality audit reports and financials.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Adaptability

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Engagement

GoFileRoom

CCH

Checkpoint

PPC

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Location: Hybrid (NYC-Based)

Summary Join a nationally recognized public accounting and advisory firm as an Audit Manager specializing in real estate. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional to lead high-impact engagements with a portfolio of real estate clients including REITs, funds, developers, and property managers. You'll play a critical role in managing full audit cycles, mentoring staff, and delivering insightful financial reporting all within a collaborative and growth-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audit and review engagements for real estate clients including REITs, funds, developers, and property managers
  
  

• Manage all phases of the audit process: planning, staffing, fieldwork, and final reporting
  
  

• Supervise, train, and mentor audit staff to support their professional development
  
  

• Apply audit procedures to real estate valuation models (e.g., DCF, cap rates, comps)
  
  

• Conduct technical research on complex GAAP, GAAS, and industry-specific issues
  
  

• Maintain proactive communication with clients and ensure strong, long-term relationships
  
  

• Deliver high-quality, timely audit reports and financials
  
  

• Support firm-wide initiatives in recruiting, staff development, and business growth
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
  
  

• CPA license (or actively pursuing certification)
  
  

• 4+ years of public accounting experience with a focus on real estate clients
  
  

• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and GAAS
  
  

• Proven track record of supervising and developing audit teams
  
  

• Familiarity with real estate valuation approaches and reporting
  
  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Engagement, GoFileRoom, CCH, Checkpoint, PPC is a plus
  
  

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative leadership style
  
  

• High degree of accountability, adaptability, and integrity
  
  

Please Do Not Apply If You:

• Lack experience auditing real estate clients
  
  

• Have not led or supervised audit teams in a public accounting setting
  
  

• Cannot work in a hybrid arrangement based in NYC
  
  

• Are not a licensed CPA
  
  

• Have short job tenures without demonstrated growth
  
  

• Have submitted inaccurate or misleading application details
  
  

Interview Process

1. Recruiter Screening
   
   

2. First-Round Interview with AEC Partner
   
   

3. Leadership Interview
   
   

4. Cultural Fit Panel
   
   

5. Offer
   
   

Benefits & Perks

• Performance-based bonuses
  
  

• Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k), generous PTO, and wellness programs
  
  

• Continuous learning, CPE support, and career development resources