Finance Operations Lead: Scale, Governance & Team Growth

Candor Investment Group; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplified Real Estate is seeking an Accounting leader to own the finance operations for a 1,300+ unit property management portfolio. You will own month-end close, GL reconciliations, AR/AP workflows, and internal controls while building an audit-ready operation that scales with growth.

You will lead a 3–6 person team, set KPIs, and enforce high standards for accuracy and timely reporting. Reporting to the CFO, this hands-on role requires technical precision, data-driven decision making, and the

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of accounting or finance operations experience.
• Experience leading a finance or accounting team and setting accountability.
• Ownership of month-end close, GL reconciliations, AR/AP workflows, and GAAP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close, GL reconciliations, AR/AP workflows, and internal controls.
• Manage and develop a 3–6 person finance team; drive process definitions and standards.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting systems and GAAP-compliant processes.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Team leadership

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Simplified Real Estate is seeking an Accounting leader to own the finance operations for a 1,300+ unit property management portfolio. You will own month-end close, GL reconciliations, AR/AP workflows, and internal controls while building an audit-ready operation that scales with growth.

You will lead a 3–6 person team, set KPIs, and enforce high standards for accuracy and timely reporting. Reporting to the CFO, this hands-on role requires technical precision, data-driven decision making, and the