Vice President of Accounting

Smith Arnold Partners; Connecticut; On-site; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) plan

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Smith Arnold Partners is seeking a Vice President of Accounting in Connecticut to lead tax, GAAP reporting, and financial operations for a growing real estate investment manager. The role drives close processes, budgeting, and strategic financial planning.

The ideal candidate has 10–15+ years in tax and REIT/credit products, MBA+CPA, and strong ERP/Excel skills. Competitive healthcare, 401(k), and a collaborative culture are offered.

Qualifications

• BS in accounting or finance; MBA + CPA preferred.
• 10–15+ years of tax, REIT/credit product experience.
• Public accounting and in-house tax experience.
• Proficient in Excel, QuickBooks, and MS ERP products.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including GL, AP/AR, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Oversee month- and year-end close processes and drive efficiency.
• Analyze financial performance, KPIs, and variances for decision making.
• Lead federal, state, and local tax compliance and filings.
• Coordinate with auditors and external advisors on tax matters and audits.
• Develop tax strategies to minimize risk and optimize the effective tax rate.
• Oversee transfer pricing, intercompany transactions, and tax provision reporting.
• Direct budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and strengthen internal controls.
• Lead audit engagements and liaise with external auditors.

Skills

Tax compliance

GAAP expertise

Financial reporting

ERP proficiency

Education

MBA + CPA

B.S. in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

MS ERP

Job description

Our client is a rapidly growing real estate investment asset manager specializing in residential mortgage and structured credit investments. Following a year of significant expansion tripling in size to approximately $1.5 billion in assets under management. The firm is continuing to build out its institutional-grade finance and accounting team.

The VP will play a key role in fund and management accounting, financial data analytics, payroll + real estate tax compliance. This is a hands-on role well-suited for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and enjoys building, improving, and scaling processes.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and intellectually curious, with strong technical accounting skills and an interest in investment and mortgage-related accounting.

About our client:

Offers comprehensive healthcare coverage, with the majority of medical, dental, and vision costs covered. Employees benefit from a strong 401(k) plan designed to support long-term financial security. The team values a thoughtful, collaborative culture that emphasizes respect, balance, and sustainable growth

Title: Vice President, Accounting

Potential Compensation: $200,000 to $260,000 + Bonus

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and fixed assets
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, improving efficiency and cycle times
• Analyze financial performance, KPIs, and variances to support decision-making
• Lead all federal, state, and local tax compliance activities, ensuring timely and accurate filings
• Partner with external advisors and auditors to address complex tax matters and audits
• Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize risk and optimize the effective tax rate
• Oversee internal M&A transfer pricing, intercompany transactions, and tax provision reporting
• Direct budgeting, forecasting, and long- term financial planning processes
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Enhance internal controls, policies, and financial procedures
• Lead audit engagements and act as the primary contact for external auditors
• Serve as a strategic partner to leadership, delivering clear and actionable financial insights
• Evaluate and enhance financial systems to improve reporting and operational efficiency

Qualifications:

• BS degree in accounting or Finance, MBA + CPA
• 10-15+ years experience with Tax, reit/credit products
• Experience working in public accounting, tax and in house
• Proficiency in Excel + QuickBooks + MS ERP Products