Accounting Manager

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Manager in managing assigned areas of the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, fluctuation analyses, and supporting schedules
• Serve as the first-level reviewer for work prepared by staff, ensuring schedules are accurate, complete, well-supported, and prepared in accordance with GAAP
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate reconciling items and variances
• Support the preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements, management reports, and audit schedules
• Coordinate with external audit and tax teams by preparing PBC requests, providing supporting documentation, and responding to follow-up inquiries
• Support internal control activities by adhering to established procedures, maintaining appropriate documentation, and escalating control gaps or process issues as needed
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Loan Administration, and other departments to resolve accounting-related matters
• Provide guidance, training, and support to junior accounting staff as needed
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, formulas, and the ability to manipulate large datasets effectively
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrates accountability, follow-through, and sound judgment in preparing work that is accurate, complete, and well-supported

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in both public accounting and private industry preferred
• Real estate finance, mortgage lending, private credit, or related financial services industry experience strongly preferred
• Active or inactive CPA license preferred, but not required
• Prior supervisory, team lead, or management experience preferred