Director of Accounting Systems

Dietz Property Group is one of the Midwest's most respected owners and managers of multifamily and commercial real estate. Our teams excel at identifying investment real estate opportunities and realizing their potential. This demonstrated ability to reposition and effectively manage assets has consistently delivered outstanding results for investors and owners while providing rewarding careers for our amazing employees. We are dedicated to a set of core values which provide the foundation for learning and growing together while purposely creating value for our residents, team members and clients.

The Director of Accounting Systems is responsible for leading the organization's financial system strategy, reporting tool optimizations and user adoption initiatives. This role oversees the implementation and enhancement of accounting and financial software solutions, drives system upgrades, and leads the redesign of financial reporting processes to improve efficiency, accuracy and scalability. Key responsibilities include directing enterprise-wide system implementations and upgrades, managing cross-functional training and change management efforts, and ensuring alignment of financial systems and processes across departments. The Director partners closely with Operations, Asset Management, IT, and Business Systems teams to support financial performance, operational excellence, and data-driven decision making. The position also serves as a key steward of financial controls and reporting integrity. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and ensure that accounting processes, financial reporting, and system configurations comply with applicable accounting standards and organizational policies. The Director will be a strategic leader with expertise in financial systems, process improvement, project management and cross-departmental collaboration.

• →Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or equivalent degree or equivalent education, training and experience required
• →CPA license and/or CMA certification preferred
• →A minimum of 7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in multifamily residential or real estate property management
• →3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
• →Strong knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting principles
• →Experience with accounting/operating software such as Real Page, Yardi, MRI
• →Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (advanced Excel user)

• This job may require you to lift up to 20 pounds, such as computer or printer equipment, files, etc.
• This position works within an office environment and will mainly be sitting at a desk and regularly utilizing a computer/keyboard and phone. After the initial training period, this position may work remotely part time.
• Technological aptitude to support virtual communications and organizational management.
• Reading, writing, and researching are regular components of this position.