CooperDouglas is partnering with a publicly traded REIT with a national real estate portfolio to identify a Vice President of Property Accounting. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who has built and standardized property accounting functions. The VP will lead a team of approximately fifteen professionals, oversee all accounting and financial reporting for a significant property portfolio, and play a central role in driving process maturity across a growing platform.
Responsibilities
Build, standardize, and document property accounting processes across a multi-office team
Direct the month-end close and delivery of accurate, timely financial statements across the portfolio
Lead, develop, and hold accountable a team of property accounting professionals
Oversee CAM setup, reconciliations, and tenant billings in partnership with Property Management and Legal
Interpret complex lease language related to recoveries, escalations, reimbursements, and rent structures
Review and approve journal entries, balance sheet schedules, bank reconciliations, and general ledger activity
Analyze budget-to-actual variances and communicate key financial drivers to senior leadership
Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX requirements, and internal controls
Partner effectively across functions and with executive leadership in a matrixed environment
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
10+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 5 years in property accounting
CPA highly desired
Proven leadership experience managing and developing accounting teams
Demonstrated track record of building or transforming property accounting functions
Strong proficiency in Yardi or comparable real estate accounting platforms
Advanced knowledge of CAM reconciliations and commercial lease interpretation
REIT, real estate, or property management background required
Self-directed leader who thrives with autonomy and can navigate complex organizational dynamics