Manager, Real Estate Transactions Accounting

Mission Rock Residential; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Paid time off and holidays

Housing discount

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision + HSA

Disability coverage

Life insurance

EAP

Job summary

Mission Rock Residential is seeking a Manager of Real Estate Transactions Accounting to lead accounting activities for property acquisitions, dispositions, and management transitions. You will coordinate from due diligence through final transition and stabilization, acting as the primary liaison for transaction-related accounting.

You will collaborate with Operations, Transactions, Asset Management, Ownership Groups, and external stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting and smooth

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in property accounting, GAAP, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of property acquisition, disposition, and transition accounting.
• Prior experience and knowledge in reading, understanding and analysis of financial statements.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and process improvement practices.
• Advanced skill level with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the accounting owner of all property acquisition, dispositions, and management transition activities.
• Oversee balance sheet setup, GL mapping, cost segregation analysis, settlement statement review, and opening/closing journal entries.
• Review and approve proration workbooks, cash analysis, and support transition reconciliations.
• Ensure client-specific accounting requirements, policies, banking instructions, and reporting expectations are documented and implemented.
• Coordinate accounting deliverables with Operations, Transactions, Asset Management, Ownership Groups, and third-party stakeholders.
• Escalate material delays, risks, or persistent close issues to the Residential Controller with recommended solutions.

Skills

Property accounting GAAP

Acquisitions & transitions

Financial statement analysis

Project management methodologies

Advanced Excel

Job description

Description

At Mission Rock Residential, we believe that where you live matters—and so does the team that makes it feel like home.

We are more than a property management company—we’re a people-first organization that values Integrity, Accountability, Respect, Relationships, Inclusivity, Vision, and Empathy. Our I ARRIVE values guide everything we do, from how we serve our residents to how we support our team members.

We foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse perspectives, empowers growth, and strengthens the communities we serve. When you join Mission Rock, you join a team that’s invested in your success and well-being.

What You’ll Do

The Manager, Real Estate Transactions Accounting leads accounting activities for property acquisitions, dispositions, management transitions, portfolio conversions, and strategic departmental initiatives. Serving as the primary accounting liaison for property transitions, this role is accountable for coordinating and completing transaction-related accounting activities from due diligence through final transition and stabilization.

Your day-to-day may include:

• Serve as the accounting owner of all property acquisition, dispositions, and management transition activities.
• Oversee balance sheet setup, GL mapping, cost segregation analysis, settlement statement review, and opening/closing journal entries.
• Review and approve proration workbooks, cash analysis, and support transition reconciliations.
• Ensure client-specific accounting requirements, policies, banking instructions, and reporting expectations are documented and implemented.
• Coordinate accounting deliverables with Operations, Transactions, Asset Management, Ownership Groups, and third-party stakeholders.
• Escalate material delays, risks, or persistent close issues to the Residential Controller with recommended solutions.

Requirements

What You Bring

• Strong technical expertise in property accounting, GAAP, and financial reporting
• Knowledge of property acquisition, disposition, and transition accounting
• Prior experience and knowledge in the reading, understanding and analysis of financial statements
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and process improvement practices.
• Advanced skill level with Microsoft Excel

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

What We Offer

• We believe in taking care of our team the way they take care of our residents. That’s why we offer:
• Bonus opportunity*
• Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays (with a Floating Holiday and Volunteer Day), accrued sick time, and 15 days (120 hours) of vacation in the first year **
• Housing discount program***
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA with employer contribution and FSA options
• Employer-sponsored short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Optional ancillary benefits, including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

*Bonus potential opportunity depends on position

**Sick time accrual varies by state. Ask your hiring manager for details.

***Housing discount based on availability and prior ownership group approval

The expected compensation range for this position is $100,000.00- $115,000.00, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Mission Rock Residential is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran (U.S.) status.

The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable laws.

The Application deadline is 11/7/2026 if a candidate is not selected by that date later applicants may be considered