Accounting Manager

About This Role

Lead and manage the entire accounting function for a fast-growing, privately held real estate investment, development, and operating firm in Chicago, working closely with ownership and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily visibility across approximately 30 bank accounts
• Record journal entries and transactional activity across multiple properties and entities
• Manage high-volume accounts payable and receivable processes
• Oversee invoice processing, payments, collections, and deposit activity
• Initiate ACH and wire transactions and manage bill pay within Yardi
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Perform bank and loan reconciliations across entities
• Manage intercompany activity, reimbursements, and management fees
• Prepare ownership reporting and past-due rent updates

Requirements

• Strong working experience with Yardi
• Experience managing multiple properties and legal entities simultaneously
• Comfortable owning close, reporting, cash management, and compliance processes
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive real estate accounting experience preferred

Skills

* Required skills