Accounting Manager

We are assisting our client who is looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee property accounting operations in Memphis, Tennessee. This role will lead a team responsible for accurate financial reporting, timely close activities, and compliance across a multi-state affordable housing portfolio. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, property management experience, and a collaborative leadership style to support organizational goals.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily property accounting activities and guide team members to maintain high standards for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.

• Lead the month-end closing cycle by reviewing financial results, supporting schedules, and adjusting entries to ensure reporting deadlines are achieved.

• Evaluate general ledger activity, rental revenue reporting, and vacancy-related data to confirm consistency and resolve discrepancies.

• Approve bank reconciliations and oversee periodic balance sheet account reviews for each property within the portfolio.

• Ensure required financial packages, external reports, and regulatory filings are prepared correctly and submitted within established timeframes.

• Provide coaching, technical direction, and performance support to accounting staff while fostering skill development and accountability.

• Partner with operations, compliance, and development teams to clarify financial results, address issues, and improve cross-functional alignment.

• Support audit activities by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and helping maintain strong internal controls.

• At least 5 years of accounting experience, including leadership responsibility in a property accounting or real estate environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in month-end close, general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliation.
• Experience reviewing financial statements and supporting audit processes with a high level of accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Yardi Property Management or a comparable property accounting system.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and reporting requirements related to multi-entity or property-based operations.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members in a deadline-driven setting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with close attention to detail.