Director of Accounting

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in Boston seeks a Director of Accounting to lead the accounting function, own financial reporting, and partner with the CFO on cash strategy and scaling the finance team.

This hybrid role requires 10+ years in real estate accounting (HUD), proven leadership, and a CPA or Master’s; the position offers key growth, direct exposure to investors, and a hands-on opportunity to shape processes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience in real estate, including HUD.
• Proven leadership of accounting teams.
• Experience with external reporting to investors.
• Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance; CPA or Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the accounting team, driving accuracy and process improvements.
• Oversee financial reporting for investors and external stakeholders.
• Manage HUD/residential real estate accounting and compliance.
• Partner with CFO on cash flow and strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or Master’s preferred

Job description

Title: Director of Accounting

Salary: $160,000–$180,000

Location: Hybrid days in Boston

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• High-impact leadership role reporting directly to the CFO with true ownership of the accounting function
• Opportunity to step into a growing organization preparing for significant portfolio expansion
• Ability to build, lead, and shape the accounting team and processes during a key growth phase
• True “number two” role with visibility into strategic decisions and deal activity
• Opportunity to create structure, improve processes, and elevate the overall finance function
• Hybrid schedule with 3 days in office in Boston alongside a collaborative leadership team

Director of Accounting Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the accounting team, driving accountability, performance, and process improvement
• Oversee financial reporting, including investor and external reporting requirements
• Manage HUD / residential real estate accounting and compliance
• Partner with the CFO on cash flow, financial strategy, and scaling the finance function

Director of Accounting Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience within real estate, with residential / HUD
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing accounting teams
• Experience with financial reporting for external stakeholders and investors
• Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or Master’s preferred

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