Accounting Manager
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations for a commercial real estate portfolio in Kearny, New Jersey. This role serves as a key partner to the Controller, combining hands-on financial oversight with team leadership and process improvement. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound managerial judgment, and a forward-thinking approach to technology, analytics, and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:• Oversee the monthly close cycle, ensuring journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules are completed accurately and on time.
• Manage general ledger activity and maintain the integrity of financial records across a portfolio that includes commercial, warehouse, retail, and smaller office properties.
• Prepare and review financial statements, investigate variances, and provide clear reporting to support business decisions.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, offering guidance, training, and day-to-day support to strengthen team performance.
• Partner closely with the Controller as a trusted second-in-command on accounting priorities, reporting needs, and departmental initiatives.
• Coordinate audit preparation by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and helping ensure a smooth financial statement audit process.
• Drive account reconciliation efforts, resolve discrepancies promptly, and reinforce strong internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows through technology, data analysis, and practical automation tools, including advanced spreadsheet usage and related systems.
• Contribute to accounting operations for property-related activities and support system-based processes, with experience in Yardi considered beneficial.
• Prior experience in an accounting leadership role with responsibility for supervising or managing staff.
• CPA or MBA highly preferred
• Experience supporting or leading financial statement audit activities.
• Knowledge of accounting for commercial real estate portfolios; exposure to warehouse, retail, office, or similar property types is preferred.
• Strong technical skills with Excel and confidence working with accounting systems and other digital tools.
• Ability to think creatively, solve problems proactively, and identify more efficient ways to manage accounting processes.
• Experience with Yardi is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
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