Director of Accounting
SpectrumCareers, Baltimore, MD, United States
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and systems implementations.
- Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes; prepare and review consolidated financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and real estate accounting standards.
- Manage accounting for partnerships, joint ventures, and complex entity structures.
- Partner with asset management, property management, and development teams to analyze property performance, budgets, and capital expenditures.
- Drive process improvements, implement best practices, and enhance internal controls across accounting functions.
- Oversee external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.
- Mentor, develop, and grow the accounting team, fostering a high-performing culture.
- Provide strategic insights and reporting to support executive leadership in decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred.
- 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in real estate or real estate investment firms.
- Deep knowledge of GAAP, real estate accounting principles, consolidations, and joint venture accounting.
- Experience with real estate ERP/accounting systems (Yardi, MRI, or similar).
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with multiple priorities.
- Strategic thinker with hands-on accounting expertise.
Seniority level
- Director
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Accounting/Auditing