Real Estate Accounting Manager (Yardi Systems

Our real estate client is looking for an Accounting Manager - Yardi Systems to join their team! Reporting to the Controller, you'll take ownership of the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger within the company's Yardi Voyager platform. It's a great mix of hands-on GL accounting and systems work - you'll lead upgrades, implementations, and configuration projects to keep Yardi running smoothly and ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting across the property portfolio.

• Act as system administrator, managing user access, security roles, chart of accounts, and property/entity setup
• Lead upgrades, module rollouts, and integrations from scoping through UAT and go-live
• Build and maintain reports using Yardi Report Writer/YSR to support close, investor, and agency reporting needs
• Serve as the go-to resource for troubleshooting and resolving Yardi-related issues across departments
• Document system configurations and workflows, and train staff on both process and platform use

• Oversee the monthly close process across the portfolio, with direct GL ownership for a subset of properties (roughly 3-7)
• Review and approve journal entries and supporting schedules
• Prepare monthly internal and external reports, including investor and agency deliverables
• Track real estate tax payments and maintain related tracking documentation
• Manage security deposit disposition for former tenants

• Supervise and review the work of staff accountants
• Lead performance reviews and provide ongoing training/mentorship
• Serve as a subject-matter resource for other departments on accounting and systems questions
• Assist the Controller with special projects as needed

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; CPA or MBA a plus
• 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including strong hands-on Yardi Voyager experience (administration, configuration, and report writing)
• Prior experience leading a Yardi upgrade or implementation preferred
• Solid understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting principles
• Advanced Excel skills and general proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Background in property management or real estate strongly preferred
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communicator, comfortable explaining system issues to non-technical staff