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Vice President of Accounting

Job in Stamford, Fairfield County, Connecticut, 06925, USA
Listing for: Smith Arnold Partners
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-25
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Financial Controller
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Financial Controller
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 200000 - 260000 USD Yearly USD 200000.00 260000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Our client is a rapidly growing real estate investment asset manager specializing in residential mortgage and structured credit investments. Following a year of significant expansion tripling in size to approximately $1.5 billion in assets under management. The firm is continuing to build out its institutional-grade finance and accounting team.

The VP will play a key role in fund and management accounting, financial data analytics, payroll + real estate tax compliance. This is a hands‑on role well‑suited for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment and enjoys building, improving, and scaling processes.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, proactive, and intellectually curious, with strong technical accounting skills and an interest in investment and mortgage‑related accounting.

About our client:

Offers comprehensive healthcare coverage, with the majority of medical, dental, and vision costs covered. Employees benefit from a strong 401(k) plan designed to support long‑term financial security. The team values a thoughtful, collaborative culture that emphasizes respect, balance, and sustainable growth

Title:

Vice President, Accounting Potential Compensation: $200,000 to $260,000 + Bonus Responsibilities:
  • Manage day‑to‑day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and fixed assets
  • Oversee month‑end and year‑end close processes, improving efficiency and cycle times
  • Analyze financial performance, KPIs, and variances to support decision-making
  • Lead all federal, state, and local tax compliance activities, ensuring timely and accurate filings
  • Partner with external advisors and auditors to address complex tax matters and audits
  • Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize risk and optimize the effective tax rate
  • Oversee internal M&A transfer pricing, intercompany transactions, and tax provision reporting
  • Direct budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term financial planning processes
  • Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Enhance internal controls, policies, and financial procedures
  • Lead audit engagements and act as the primary contact for external auditors
  • Serve as a strategic partner to leadership, delivering clear and actionable financial insights
  • Evaluate and enhance financial systems to improve reporting and operational efficiency
Qualifications:
  • BS degree in accounting or Finance, MBA + CPA
  • 10-15+ years experience with Tax, reit/credit products
  • Experience working in public accounting, tax and in house
  • Proficiency in Excel + Quick Books + MS ERP Products
Position Requirements
5+ Years work experience
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