Accounting Manager
$77,929–$140,273 year
HybridBrookline, Massachusetts, United States or Randolph, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Manage the monthly close process to ensure timely and accurate financial statements for a portfolio of senior housing communities, including reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Supervise staff accountants and financial coordinators by establishing performance expectations, providing feedback, and assisting with recruitment and cross-training. Oversee property accounting activities for multiple affordable housing communities, ensuring accurate recording of cash activity, tenant receivables, and restricted accounts while coordinating management fee calculations. Coordinate annual financial statement audits and ensure compliance with HUD, LIHTC, MassHousing, and nonprofit reporting requirements. Assist in preparing annual operating and capital budgets, review assumptions with leadership, and identify opportunities to improve internal controls and accounting processes. Build strong relationships with Executive Directors, Property Management, and corporate departments to provide responsive financial support and exceptional customer service.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- Five to seven years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Desired Qualifications
- Two or more years of supervisory or team leadership experience
- Experience with nonprofit, healthcare, affordable housing, real estate, or property accounting
- Experience with HUD, LIHTC, or other affordable housing programs
- Experience with ERP or property management software (Yardi and/or Workday)
- Demonstrated leadership and employee development skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
- Ability to work independently while fostering collaboration across departments
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