Blue Dock Holdings
Head of Accounting and Finance
Location: Detroit, MI | Reports To: Ownership | Direct Reports: Executive Team About Us
Rapidly growing commercial real estate investment company with over 1M SF of commercial real estate. Blue Dock is on pace to double its growth in 2026. The Role
Lead all accounting operations and define financial processes for our rapidly expanding portfolio. As we don't have a controller, you'll own the full spectrum of accounting functions - from daily transactions to executive reporting - while building scalable systems. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll establish the financial foundation for our continued growth. If you are interested in this role, please email a resume to David Ellis (david@bluedockholdings.com) and Cam Schilling (cam@bluedockholdings.com). Key Responsibilities
Work with property accountants and own complete month/quarter/year-end close process across all properties as well as Blue Dock corporate. Prepare and review all journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements Manage full-cycle accounts payable and cash management Handle GAAP compliance, tax filings, and audit coordination Consolidate P&L and balance sheets across portfolio for ownership Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and reforecasts with property teams Create executive dashboards and KPI tracking Monitor actual vs. budget performance and provide variance analysis Calculate and reconcile CAM charges, percentage rent, and escalations Process lease accounting, deferred rent, and tenant improvements Manage construction draws, project accounting, and capital expenditures Handle acquisition integration and new property setup Process Development & Systems
Define and document all accounting processes and procedures Build scalable systems to support portfolio growth Establish internal controls and improve operational efficiency Create templates and workflows for consistent reporting Partner with property management on rent rolls and expense tracking Coordinate with leasing on lease accounting and revenue recognition Work with construction team on project costs and draw management Support due diligence for acquisitions and financing Manage, mentor, and develop team of 3 accounting professionals Delegate responsibilities while maintaining oversight and quality control Handle performance evaluations, scheduling, and staff coverage Train team on real estate accounting and company processes Required Qualifications
Must-Haves:
Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance;
CPA required Intellectually curious Hard Working 5+ years progressive accounting experience Ready for controller responsibilities Real estate accounting expertise is ideal - lease accounting, CAM reconciliations, percentage rent Construction accounting and draw management experience Advanced Excel, property management software (Yardi/AppFolio), and accounting systems GAAP knowledge and experience with audits and compliance Process & Systems Experience:
Proven track record building accounting processes from scratch Experience implementing systems and controls in growing companies Ability to create documentation, procedures, and training materials Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Cultural Fit:
Entrepreneurial mindset
- comfortable wearing multiple hats in fast-growth environment Process builder
- excited about defining systems and establishing best practices Hands‑on leadership
- willing to do the work while managing others Detail-oriented
with ability to see big picture strategic implications What We Offer
Growth:
Controller-level responsibilities with opportunity to build finance function Ownership:
Define processes and systems that will scale with the company Culture:
Fast‑paced company with direct access to ownership and immediate impact Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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Location: Detroit, MI | Reports To: Ownership | Direct Reports: Executive Team About Us
Rapidly growing commercial real estate investment company with over 1M SF of commercial real estate. Blue Dock is on pace to double its growth in 2026. The Role
Lead all accounting operations and define financial processes for our rapidly expanding portfolio. As we don't have a controller, you'll own the full spectrum of accounting functions - from daily transactions to executive reporting - while building scalable systems. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll establish the financial foundation for our continued growth. If you are interested in this role, please email a resume to David Ellis (david@bluedockholdings.com) and Cam Schilling (cam@bluedockholdings.com). Key Responsibilities
Work with property accountants and own complete month/quarter/year-end close process across all properties as well as Blue Dock corporate. Prepare and review all journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements Manage full-cycle accounts payable and cash management Handle GAAP compliance, tax filings, and audit coordination Consolidate P&L and balance sheets across portfolio for ownership Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and reforecasts with property teams Create executive dashboards and KPI tracking Monitor actual vs. budget performance and provide variance analysis Calculate and reconcile CAM charges, percentage rent, and escalations Process lease accounting, deferred rent, and tenant improvements Manage construction draws, project accounting, and capital expenditures Handle acquisition integration and new property setup Process Development & Systems
Define and document all accounting processes and procedures Build scalable systems to support portfolio growth Establish internal controls and improve operational efficiency Create templates and workflows for consistent reporting Partner with property management on rent rolls and expense tracking Coordinate with leasing on lease accounting and revenue recognition Work with construction team on project costs and draw management Support due diligence for acquisitions and financing Manage, mentor, and develop team of 3 accounting professionals Delegate responsibilities while maintaining oversight and quality control Handle performance evaluations, scheduling, and staff coverage Train team on real estate accounting and company processes Required Qualifications
Must-Haves:
Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance;
CPA required Intellectually curious Hard Working 5+ years progressive accounting experience Ready for controller responsibilities Real estate accounting expertise is ideal - lease accounting, CAM reconciliations, percentage rent Construction accounting and draw management experience Advanced Excel, property management software (Yardi/AppFolio), and accounting systems GAAP knowledge and experience with audits and compliance Process & Systems Experience:
Proven track record building accounting processes from scratch Experience implementing systems and controls in growing companies Ability to create documentation, procedures, and training materials Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Cultural Fit:
Entrepreneurial mindset
- comfortable wearing multiple hats in fast-growth environment Process builder
- excited about defining systems and establishing best practices Hands‑on leadership
- willing to do the work while managing others Detail-oriented
with ability to see big picture strategic implications What We Offer
Growth:
Controller-level responsibilities with opportunity to build finance function Ownership:
Define processes and systems that will scale with the company Culture:
Fast‑paced company with direct access to ownership and immediate impact Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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