Property Accounting Director

Overview

This role involves leading a team of bookkeeping professionals within a technology-driven accounting firm specializing exclusively in the real estate industry. The organization provides automated back-office financial operations for property management companies, real estate investors, and construction companies, managing over 130,000 units and 30 million commercial square feet.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor a team including Account Managers, Senior Bookkeepers, and Bookkeepers.
• Manage a portfolio of 25+ clients, ensuring delivery exceeds agreed scopes of work.
• Oversee timely and accurate completion of bank reconciliations, accounts payable, and financial statement close processes.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with timely communication (responses within 24 hours).
• Review and approve month-end close packages prepared by team members.
• Onboard new clients, identifying and proposing solutions to correct client books.
• Develop month-end checklists and timelines to ensure timely close.
• Provide support and answer questions from team members and clients.
• Create and maintain process documentation (SOPs) for clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 7 years of accounting/finance experience, preferably in real estate investment or property management.
• At least 4 years experience with AppFolio or Yardi software.
• Proven ability to manage and lead teams both domestically and internationally.
• Strong client-facing skills with a passion for client service.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent experience preferred but not required.
• Detail-oriented, organized, proactive, and able to multitask effectively.
• Passion for real estate and delivering accurate financial records and business insights.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive expertise in AppFolio or Yardi.
• CPA certification.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ownership of client portfolios.
• Experience managing multiple clients and projects simultaneously.
• Real estate experience beyond accounting.
• Familiarity with Slack, ClickUp, and Google Suite.
• Knowledge of real estate tax implications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to improve efficiency.
• Ability to maintain a positive and collaborative attitude during high workload periods.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) fully covered for employee and family.
• Up to 4% matching contribution to 401(k) plan.
• Unlimited paid time off.
• 100% remote position with flexible work arrangements.

Location

• Fully remote position.