Senior Accounting Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Accounting Manager to lead the financial operations of our growing property management portfolio. This role requires a hands-on leader with deep expertise in property accounting, strong operational oversight, and a commitment to accuracy in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in cash basis accounting and experience managing financials across multiple properties and clients.

• →Oversee all accounting functions related to property management, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and owner distributions
• →Manage and mentor the accounting team -both onsite and virtual-, ensuring high performance, accountability  and professional development
• →Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for property owners using cash basis accounting
• →Lead month-end and year-end close processes across multiple properties and entities
• →Maintain and enforce internal controls, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies
• →Prepare and review owner statements, financial packages, and performance reports
• →Manage multiple priorities and deadlines, ensuring timely delivery financial reporting and operational support
• →Identify and implement process improvements, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy. 
• →Oversee trust accounts and ensure proper handling of client funds
• →Utilize AppFolio software to manage accounting workflows, reporting, and data integrity
• →Develop, train and educate accounting policies, procedures and internal controls to support scalable growth.
• →Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and stakeholders as needed

• →Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• →5+ years of accounting experience within property management or real estate
• →Proven leadership and team management experience, overseeing teams of 8-12 employees.
• →Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines within a fast-paced environment
• →Collaborative mindset with experience working across departments and remote teams
• →Experience with client accounting and property financials
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  Proficiency in AppFolio or similar property management platforms (e.g., Yardi, Buildium, RealPage, Entrata)
• →Strong understanding of trust accounting and owner reporting
• →Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills with the ability to explain complex accounting issues clearly and concisely to non-accountants
• →Experience managing accounting for multi-entity or multi-property portfolios preferred
• →Familiarity with property management compliance and regulatory requirements preferred