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Accounting Manager

Creative Financial Staffing

Arlington, VA · Posted November 5, 2026

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Accounting Manager

Arlington, VA Hybrid Schedule (3 Days In Office After Training Period) $100,000 – $110,000 + 15-20% Bonus

Join a Growing and Highly Reputable Real Estate Organization

Our client is a well-established and privately held real estate company with a diverse portfolio and a long-standing reputation for excellence. With operations spanning property management, development, construction, and asset management, the organization offers employees the opportunity to build their careers within a stable, growth-oriented environment.

Known for promoting from within, the company has a strong leadership team and many long-tenured employees who have advanced their careers internally. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative accounting team and step into a visible leadership role with future growth potential.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Manager will oversee key accounting functions for a large real estate portfolio, manage and mentor staff, and play a critical role in the month-end close and financial reporting processes.

This position offers a blend of technical accounting, financial analysis, team leadership, and business partnership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the month-end close process for multiple property portfolios

Review financial statements and ensure accuracy of reporting

Perform and review budget-to-actual variance analyses

Investigate financial variances and provide meaningful explanations to leadership

Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including direct oversight of a Senior Accountant and potentially additional team members

Review and oversee financial dashboards and reporting packages

Maintain strong internal controls and accounting processes

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and special projects

Collaborate with leadership on operational and financial initiatives

Support audit and compliance activities as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

4+ years of real estate accounting experience

Current Yardi experience is required

Prior lead, supervisory, or management experience

Strong knowledge of month-end close and financial reporting processes

Experience analyzing budgets and explaining financial variances

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Excellent communication and leadership abilities

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Base salary of $100,000 – $110,000

15-20% bonus opportunity

Hybrid schedule after onboarding period

Established and financially stable organization

Strong leadership team and collaborative culture

Opportunity to manage staff and expand leadership responsibilities

High visibility within the accounting and finance organization

Proven track record of internal promotion and career advancement

Comprehensive benefits package

If you’re a real estate accounting professional with Yardi experience who is looking to step into a leadership role with a respected organization that invests in its employees, we’d love to speak with you confidentially.

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