Staff Accountant

Marshall Reddick Real Estate; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

PTO (Holidays, Vacation, Sick)

401k + Matching

Job summary

A real estate investment firm located in Newport Beach is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to lead accounting operations. In this full-time role, you will manage day-to-day accounting activities, oversee financial reporting using Sage Intacct, and ensure compliance with GAAP. Ideal candidates have at least three years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and a proactive approach to responsibilities. The position emphasizes collaboration across various business units as the firm looks to expand nationwide.

Qualifications

• 3 years of Accounting experience (corporate, public, mixed).
• Expert-level proficiency in Sage Intacct required.
• Experience in multi-entity real estate or property management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries including accruals and reclassifications.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Month-end close for timely financial statements.
• Maintain proper documentation for accounting entries.

Skills

Sage Intacct proficiency

Accounting experience

Excel/Sheets skills

GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

Who We Are

Here at Marshall Reddick Real Estate we are a fast‑paced, software‑centered, and rapidly changing full‑service residential real estate investment firm. We provide multiple services to our clients including real estate brokerage, property management, private lending, and investment funds. We have a team of 150+ members across 9 offices in CA, TX, FL, and TN. Founded in 1979, we are committed to our mission to be the bridge connecting each client to financial independence through education, mentorship, and by providing a trusted system of buying, selling, and managing real estate and mortgages nationwide.

What We Offer

Location: Newport Beach, CA | Annual Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 | Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life | PTO (Holidays, Vacation, Sick) | 401k + Matching

The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail‑oriented, business‑minded Staff Accountant who can lead accounting operations in a fast‑growing, multi‑entity organization. In this role, you will oversee day‑to‑day accounting workflows, manage and optimize Sage Intacct reporting and configurations, and provide clear financial insights to support executive decision‑making. You will partner closely with cross‑functional stakeholders and help build a scalable financial foundation that supports operational and strategic growth.

This role requires a proactive accounting expert who understands the dynamics of multi‑division businesses and can streamline processes, accelerate close timelines, and deliver accurate, actionable reporting for leadership. You will help reinforce accountability across the accounting function while partnering closely with operations, lending, property management, brokerage, engineering, and executive teams as the company scales toward national expansion.

Please note: This is not a remote or hybrid position.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, amortization, and reclassifications
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
• Month‑end close to ensure timely and accurate financial statements
• Maintain proper documentation and support for all accounting entries
• Reconcile daily cash activity
• Monitor bank transactions and prepare bank reconciliations
• Weekly cash flow reporting
• Review AP invoices for coding accuracy, proper approvals, and payment readiness
• Support AR processes including billing, collections follow‑up, and cash application
• Reconcile AP/AR subledgers to the general ledger
• Maintain financial accuracy across brokerage, PM, lending and funds
• Build and maintain dashboards, smart rules, approval flows and reporting structures
• Assist in preparing internal financial reports, dashboards, and KPI summaries for executive review
• Support annual audits by preparing schedules and providing documentation
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
• Support special projects, financial modeling and strategic initiatives
• Identify process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency
• Maintain clean, organized financial records and documentation
• Provide accounting support and insights to Operations, Finance, Property Management, or other business units
• Assist with ad hoc reporting, special projects, and strategic initiatives

What Qualifies You

• 3 years of Accounting experience (corporate, public, mixed)
• Expert‑level proficiency in Sage Intacct (required)
• Experience in multi‑entity real estate, property management, or lending preferred
• Strong GAAP knowledge and experience preparing financial statements
• Strong Excel/Sheets skills and ability to analyze financial data
• Exceptional communication, accountability, and project management skills

What Sets You Apart

• Experience in real estate brokerage, property management, private lending, or funds
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Ability to manage cross‑functional initiatives and collaborate with senior leadership
• Competitive, results‑oriented, and comfortable in a fast‑paced growth environment

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Software Development

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