Finance Accounting Manager

McCourt Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

McCourt Partners is seeking an analytically rigorous Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, drive accurate financial reporting, and strengthen internal controls in a lean, entrepreneurial environment.

The role requires leading a team through month-end close, coordinating with auditors, and partnering with development and investment teams to support strategic decisions. A strong, detail-oriented accounting professional is essential.

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of progressive accounting experience including general ledger and financial reporting.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or developing others.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end close processes.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations including GL, treasury, AP, AR, and cash activity.
• Lead month-, quarter-, and year-end closes on schedule.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and variance analyses.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports per standards.
• Strengthen internal controls and accounting policies.
• Supervise and develop accounting team members.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax personnel, and stakeholders.
• Partner with development, asset management, and investment teams for insights.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve reporting.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and ad hoc projects.
• Hire, manage, and develop the team.
• Ensure compliance with diverse jurisdictions and cultures.
• Encourage ethical reporting and mitigate bias.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Team leadership

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-entity accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA or related certification

Tools

Yardi ERP

NetSuite ERP

Ramp ERP

Job description

McCourt Partners is a full-service real estate development, investment, and management firm with over $1 billion of permanent capital dedicated to real estate strategies. Our portfolio of projects spans the globe, including investments in flagship projects in New York, Los Angeles, London, and Dallas. We oversee the development process from the perspective of an owner and an investor. Our team has successfully planned, designed, and constructed over 30 million square feet of office, hotel, residential, and mixed-use projects with a total value of over $30 billion. Together, we have extensive experience in transformative, large-scale complex projects that leverage deep relationships with real estate advisors, contractors, and government entities.

About the Role and Responsibilities:

McCourt Partners is seeking an analytically rigorous, detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a lean, entrepreneurial environment. The Accounting Manager will oversee the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting leadership with financial analysis and decision-making. This role oversees key accounting processes, including month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, treasury, accounts payable, accounts receivable, compliance, and audit support.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger activity, treasury, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash activity.
• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and variance analyses.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and management reports in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to support accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting team members, including assigning work, reviewing output, and supporting professional growth.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax personnel, and internal stakeholders to support audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
• Partner with development, asset management, and investment teams to provide financial insights, resolve accounting issues, and support business decisions.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve reporting quality, and leverage accounting systems more effectively.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and other ad hoc financial projects as needed.
• Hire, manage, and direct the career development of their team
• Conduct business with an understanding and respect for the differences in customs, laws, regulations, and business operations among different jurisdictions and cultures
• Recognize personal bias and others’ tendency toward bias and take measures to mitigate the influence of bias in business decisions
• Motivate and empower staff and foster a collaborative approach across the department and organization.
• Empower all employees to report unethical behavior or conflicts of interest without fear of retaliation
• And any other duties to help drive our Vision, fulfill our Mission, and abide by our Organizational values

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, technically strong accounting professional who combines a high degree of accuracy with sound financial judgment. This person should be comfortable leading and developing a team, maintaining disciplined financial reporting, and identifying opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls. They should have the analytical skills to interpret financial information, the collaborative mindset to partner effectively with development and business stakeholders, and the integrity and discretion to handle confidential matters with sound professional judgment.

Ideal candidates will have strong accounting expertise, excellent financial analysis and reporting skills, and demonstrated experience developing high-performing teams. Candidates who are thorough, process-oriented, collaborative, and committed to accuracy and continuous improvement will thrive in this role.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Seven or more years of progressive accounting experience, including experience with general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, or developing others through people management, team leadership, or project leadership.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of multi-entity, intercompany, and consolidated accounting environments.

Preferred Qualification:

• CPA or other relevant professional certification.
• Experience with ERP and financial systems such as Yardi, NetSuite, Ramp, or similar platforms.
• Experience improving close timelines, automating reconciliations, or implementing other accounting process improvements.
• Public accounting or audit experience.
• Prior experience in the real estate industry.

The expected salary range for this position is $140,000 -$150,000 annually. Total compensation for this role also includes a bonus incentive in addition to the base salary. The actual offer will be determined on factors including the qualifications, experience, skills, and abilities of the applicant. You’ll find a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package here at McCourt Partners.

McCourt Partners is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability, age, familial, caregiver or veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.