Accounting Manager

Description

Areté Collective is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to support our growing portfolio of real estate development projects. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a project-driven environment and enjoys partnering cross-functionally to deliver accurate, timely, and strategic financial insight.

Reporting to the Director of Accounting, the Accounting Manager will oversee day-to-day project accounting operations, ensure strong internal controls, and supervise accounting staff. This individual will play a key role in maintaining financial transparency, compliance, and operational excellence across development initiatives.

 Project & Operational Accounting

• Oversee day-to-day project accounting for real estate development projects, including job cost tracking, capital expenditures, and budget monitoring.
• Prepare and review monthly project financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis and collaborate with project managers to address discrepancies and forecast performance.
• Monitor project cash activity and assist with short-term cash flow forecasting (30/60/90 days).
• Review and approve vendor invoices, draw requests, lien waivers, and contract documentation for accuracy and proper coding.
• Account for daily cash transactions in NetSuite ERP.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for development entities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies and procedures.
• Prepare audit schedules and coordinate documentation requests for external auditors.
• Support tax reporting requirements related to development projects.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements for review with accounting and finance leaders.

Budgeting & Internal Controls

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and reforecasts for development projects and related operating expenses.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls over project accounting and cost reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including reviewing work for accuracy and completeness.
• Serve as a key financial liaison to project managers, development teams, and other internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and operations teams on contract administration and support for complex real estate transactions, including acquisitions and sales.
• Provide recommendations and financial insights to support strategic project decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA preferred.
• 5-7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the real estate, construction, or development fields.
• Strong understanding of project/job cost accounting and capital project reporting.
• Experience with real estate accounting systems preferred (e.g., Yardi, Deltek, NetSuite).

Additional Requirements: 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and ability to partner cross-functionally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a project-driven environment.
• Demonstrated integrity and commitment to confidentiality.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Employee Profit Sharing Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance plans
• Life/Voluntary Life Insurance 
• FSA
• HSA with company contribution
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid company holidays