Senior Accounting Manager - Join Robert Half's Prestigious Real Estate Client in San Francisco

Are you a seasoned accounting leader ready to take your career to the next level? Robert Half is thrilled to partner with a well-established real estate investment company managing over $6 billion in assets under management (AUM). This dynamic firm is expanding its property division and seeking a Senior Accounting Manager (with potential promotion to Director of Accounting) to drive financial excellence in the heart of San Francisco, California. If you excel in financial close processes, team leadership, and strategic financial analysis within the real estate sector, this role offers unparalleled growth in a high-stakes, rewarding environment.

About the Role

As the Senior Property Accounting Manager, you will spearhead all aspects of financial accounting and administration for the property division. This leadership position involves overseeing month-end closes, reconciliations, budgeting, and providing actionable insights for capital planning and transactions. Reporting directly to executive leadership, you'll manage a talented team of accountants while implementing cutting-edge process improvements to streamline operations. With the company's rapid expansion, this role is a launchpad for director-level advancement, making it ideal for ambitious professionals passionate about real estate finance. Located in vibrant San Francisco, CA, you'll contribute to a portfolio of high-value properties while enjoying the Bay Area's innovative business ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Your impact will be immediate and far-reaching. Key duties include:

• Managing the full financial close process to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP standards.
• Reviewing and approving journal entries, budgets, payroll processing, and expense allocations, swiftly resolving variances.
• Maintaining general ledger integrity through meticulous oversight of intercompany transactions, loan schedules, and monthly reconciliations.
• Handling bank reconciliations, wire transfers, mortgage payments, and disbursements while upholding strict cash security protocols.
• Delivering comprehensive financial reports and data to fuel acquisition, financing, and capital planning strategies.
• Performing in-depth financial analysis on revenue/expense trends to optimize performance and support strategic decision-making.
• Partnering with external auditors, CPAs, and internal stakeholders to guarantee regulatory compliance and audit readiness.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing accounting team, promoting accountability and professional growth.
• Championing process automation and improvements to boost efficiency, reduce errors, and scale with business growth.

These responsibilities position you at the forefront of the company's financial strategy, directly influencing its $6B+ portfolio success.

Required Qualifications

To thrive in this role, candidates should possess:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; Master's or MBA preferred.
• CPA certification or equivalent (active status).
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in property/real estate sectors.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing accounting teams and projects.
• Expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and real estate-specific accounting (e.g., fund accounting, property management).
• Proficiency with ERP systems like Yardi, MRI, NetSuite, or similar; advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Strong analytical mindset for trend analysis, forecasting, and variance reporting.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with executives, auditors, and cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Robert Half prioritizes diverse, high-caliber talent—apply if you have the expertise to lead in this fast-paced real estate powerhouse.

Why Join Us?

This isn't just a job; it's a career-defining opportunity. Earn a competitive salary starting at $160,000+, with performance bonuses and rapid promotion potential to Director. Benefit from comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, and professional development in San Francisco's thriving real estate market. Partner with Robert Half, the gold standard in finance recruitment, to access exclusive roles like this. Shape the future of a $6B AUM firm, lead transformative projects, and grow with a supportive team. Contact Christina Tran at Robert Half today to unlock more details and propel your accounting career forward. Keywords: Senior Accounting Manager jobs San Francisco, real estate accounting careers CA, property finance leadership roles.