Accounting Manager

At Northmarq, you can be part of something special. Northmarq is a unique capital markets resource for commercial real estate investors, providing our clients access to experts in debt, equity, investment sales, loan servicing, and fund management. We offer you a career path with best‑in‑class training, and we foster inclusive teams committed to collaboration, mentoring, and growth. At Northmarq, we will help you unlock your potential – whether you are an industry veteran or you’re just getting started.

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Northmarq was voted by Real Estate Forum as one of The Best Places to Work in Commercial Real Estate!

* This position offers a flexible work environment and is available for an immediate start.

• Own the month‑end close calendar and checklists; coordinate task assignments, dependencies, and approvals to ensure an accurate and timely close.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, support schedules and variance analyses prepared by staff; resolve issues, elevate risks, and drive remediation.
• Oversee preparation, and assist with review, of financial reports, including internal monthly financial statements and reporting packages, and external regulatory filings and surveys.
• Assist with preparation of monthly results commentary, drivers, and trend analyses; support budget/forecast processes.
• Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and allocation methodologies; ensure consistent application across entities and business lines.
• Maintain and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls; ensure proper segregation of duties, authorization protocols, and review across key processes (disbursements, cash, reconciliations).
• Assist with daily approvals of bank transactions, conforming with various bank agreements and company policies.
• Perform various treasury management functions including warehouse facility projections, cash utilization, and liquidity analyses.
• Coordinate audit and tax requests and oversee deliverables; respond to inquiries and implement recommendations.
• Assess current accounting practices and procedures and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Lead technical accounting research and implementation on new/complex areas; draft accounting memos and policy updates.
• Supervise accounting staff; allocate and delegate work effectively; set goals, provide coaching and conduct performance reviews.
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement across the team.
• Assist with implementation of strategic initiatives that drive growth and operational improvements.
• Provide written and verbal analysis to management, as applicable.
• Additional assistance to F&A team, as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ownership of month‑end close and management reporting.
• Understanding of commercial real estate and mortgage banking preferred.
• CPA or MBA preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software systems, CRM (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Suite products.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Strong analytical, verbal, written, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated organization skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and a variety of assignments; able to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with co‑workers and cross‑functional areas about various assigned tasks.

Northmarq offers a highly competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K match and an annual discretionary contribution based on business performance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance, education assistance, volunteer paid time off, charitable contribution match, and so much more.

Minnesota Residents:
Northmarq carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The salary range for the Accounting Manager position is $ to $ annually. This range is a good‑faith estimate and the actual compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

As set forth in Northmarq’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.