Director of Accounting

AIR Communities; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rent discount

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Career growth

Job summary

AIR Communities is hiring a Director of Real Estate Accounting to lead our centralized accounting team in the Denver Tech Center, CO. You will drive property general ledger accounting, process improvements, and scalable workflows to support growth.

You will manage day-to-day operations, close cycles, and reporting while ensuring GAAP compliance and strong internal controls across the portfolio. This leadership role emphasizes coaching and cross-functional collaboration with business partners.

Qualifications

• Requires GAAP knowledge and experience leading large accounting teams.
• Experience overseeing real estate accounting, general ledger, and reporting to senior management.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and succession planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead Real Estate Accounting Team (5–7+ members) focusing on accuracy and high performance.
• Oversee monthly/quarterly close, financial statements, and management reports.
• Ensure GAAP, FASB, internal controls, and REIT reporting compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Nimble problem solving

Business mindset

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA Preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

• Compensation: USD 170,000 - USD 190,000 - yearly

Company Description

AIR Communitiesis one of the country's largest owners and operators of multifamily housing, managing high-quality communities across the country!At AIR,we value integrity, respect, collaboration, customer focus, and performance.These values are brought to life by our teammates, who are ultimately responsible for our success.When you join our team, you'll work alongside the most dedicated professionals in the industry and open the door to unlimited career opportunities.

Job Description

We are hiring aDirector of Real Estate Accountingto join our centralized team inthe Denver Tech Center, CO. This role will be responsible forleading our team’s efforts related to property general ledger accounting, including related innovation and process improvement. Selected candidate will be a dynamic leader with strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to create and execute effective and efficient processes that drive consistent results.

What You Will Do:

Leadership & Organizational Management

• Lead a Real Estate Accounting Team (typically 5–7+ team members, including people managers), fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous learning, and high performance.
• Develop leaders through coaching, workforce planning, succession preparation, and effective performance management.Design and evolve the future structure, tools, and processes of the accounting function to meet changing business needs and support scalable growth.

Accounting Operations & Reporting

• Oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations, monthly/quarterly close processes, and preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP, FASB guidelines, internal control standards, and REIT‑related reporting requirements.
• Identify and resolve complex accounting issues, ensuring accuracy in financial data, schedules, reconciliations, and disclosures.
• Monitor key performance metrics and maintain a deep connection to operational results to ensure integrity and clarity in reporting.

Strategic Planning & Process Improvement

• Lead long‑term planning for assigned accounting functions, including system enhancements, automation efforts, resource design, and future‑state workflows.
• Identify improvement opportunities and lead cross‑disciplinary projects focused on scalability, efficiency, and effective internal controls.

Essential Functions – Cross‑Functional Partnership

• Collaborate to understand business drivers, support decision‑making, manage risks, and ensure accurate representation of financial outcomes.
• Provide clear guidance and proactive solutions to business partners, enabling responsiveness in a rapidly evolving organizational environment.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure documentation, workflows, and controls remain current and effective, especially as business models evolve.

Keys to Success:

• Inspirational Leader:You help team members understand the importance of what they are doing, and energize the team to go the extra mile. You provide guidance when needed, and have a track record of developing others; providing both constructive feedback and encouragement.
• Detail Oriented:You are consistently accurate, have an eye for detail and would always spot an error.
• Nimble Problem Solver:You proactively call out problems, while also providing recommendations and solutions. You are optimistic, and say "Yes!" to finding an answer.
• Business Mindset:You are passionate about helping the entire company succeed, and take time to learn how the various components fit together. You develop strong relationships with stakeholders, and take pride in providing exceptional service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Energized and Resilient:You are optimistic, and display a positive attitude. You're determined, and maintain composure under stress.

Qualifications

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred, but not a requirement)
• 10+ years of experience related relevant areas of expertise.
• 5+ years’ experience leading a large team.
• Confident communicatorwith the level of maturity and presence necessary to influence senior executives and business leaders.
• Thrives on driving innovation and change that will propel the business forward.
• Consistently practices strategic thinking and nimble problem-solving tactics to stay ahead of business priorities.
• CPA Preferred

Additional Information

AIRoffers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance including:

• Expected pay rangeof$170,000 - $190,000 base salary plus annual target bonus.You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• 25% Rent Discountat any AIR community (a rental application is required, and certain exclusions apply).
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(k) planwith employer contribution up to 6%.
• Paid time off includingvacation, sick time, and 11 holidays.
• Paid parental leaveof up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to100% reimbursementfor job-related certifications and licenses.
• 15 hours ofpaid time annually forcommunity service.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Consumer discounts on various products and services.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training,andcareer growth.

What You Need to Know

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is12/15/2025. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-paneldrug screening thatexcludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.