Accounting Manager

Lion Real Estate Group is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our growing team! This position plays a key role in overseeing property-level financial reporting, supporting real estate transactions, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information across our multifamily portfolio.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in property accounting, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys collaborating across departments to drive efficiency and results. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of key accounting functions while contributing to the continued growth of a dynamic real estate investment and property management company.

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations

• Oversee the preparation and review of monthly property-level financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.
• Review financial statements, variance explanations, balance sheet reconciliations, and monthly cash projections.
• Coordinate monthly accounting close schedules and communicate deadlines with Property Management and Accounting teams.
• Prepare and maintain financial reporting for upper-tier and joint venture (JV) entities.
• Maintain and improve monthly close checklists, reporting trackers, and accounting processes.
• Provide guidance, training, and oversight to property accountants to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Real Estate Transactions & Financial Oversight

• Manage accounting activities related to property acquisitions and dispositions, including recording transactions and preparing or reviewing pr orations.
• Maintain lender-specific financial records and adjustments as required.
• Review property budgets, with particular attention to debt service, property taxes, insurance, billbacks, and general and administrative expenses.
• Review annual equity schedules to support tax preparation.
• Maintain tracking and reporting for property tax appeals, refunds, and insurance claim proceeds.

Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Partner with Property Management, Finance, and Accounting teams to resolve financial discrepancies and support operational objectives.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures, reporting accuracy, and workflow efficiency.
• Support the Controller with special projects and additional accounting initiatives as needed.

At Lion Real Estate Group, we're focused on building a strong, collaborative team that takes pride in what we do. As we continue to grow our multifamily portfolio, we're looking for motivated professionals who want to make a meaningful impact, contribute new ideas, and grow alongside the company.

You'll have the opportunity to work closely with experienced leadership, take ownership of important financial processes, and play a key role in supporting our expanding real estate operations.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical Insurance (77% of employee/dependent premium paid by Lion)
  • Heath Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental Insurance (99% of employee premium paid by Lion)
• Vision Insurance (99% of employee premium paid by Lion)
• Voluntary Plans including Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (6% Company Match)
• Paid Time Off Policies:
  • Vacation
  • Sick Leave
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Holidays (New Years Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteer Time Off
• Rewards Program

Lion Real Estate Group is a real estate investment and property management firm specializing in value-add multifamily communities. With a growing portfolio across multiple…