Real Estate Accounting Leader – CPA Preferred

Vaco; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Reasonable accommodations available

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring, a real estate investment and asset management company, seeks an Accounting Manager (CPA preferred) to lead corporate, property, and fund accounting and supervise a small team. You will guide month-end close, ensure GAAP compliance, and collaborate with leadership on strategic insights.

You will also oversee cash management, investor reporting, and liaison with auditors and tax advisors, using ERP systems and advanced Excel tools to improve processes and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of public accounting plus 1-3+ years of private industry experience.
• Supervising accounting staff experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of approximately three accounting professionals responsible for corporate, property, and fund accounting activities.
• Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules.
• Provide technical accounting guidance related to real estate investments, property operations, and investment fund structures.
• Oversee general ledger activities and ensure GAAP compliance and internal controls.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, flux analysis, and budget-to-actual reporting.
• Partner with executives to provide financial insights and strategic decision support.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, investment reconciliations, and liquidity analysis.
• Ensure accurate recording of revenues, expenses, capital expenditures, and investments across entities.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements, investor reporting, and audit schedules.
• Act as liaison with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Evaluate and improve accounting processes and controls through automation.
• Leverage ERP and Excel to streamline reporting and data-driven decisions.
• Participate in system implementations and special projects.

Skills

Team leadership

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Vaco by Highspring, a real estate investment and asset management company, seeks an Accounting Manager (CPA preferred) to lead corporate, property, and fund accounting and supervise a small team. You will guide month-end close, ensure GAAP compliance, and collaborate with leadership on strategic insights.

You will also oversee cash management, investor reporting, and liaison with auditors and tax advisors, using ERP systems and advanced Excel tools to improve processes and reporting accuracy.