Robert Half is hiring: Accounting Manager - Growing REIT Organization in Emeryvi
Robert Half, Emeryville, CA, US
Description Ready to Take the Next Step? If this opportunity aligns with where you want your career to go, apply today and share your resume via LinkedIn with JC del Rosario-let's connect and explore how this role can help you level up. Accounting Manager - Real Estate Development About the Role We're seeking a skilled Accounting Manager to lead financial oversight across multiple real estate development projects. In this role, you'll manage job cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting while ensuring strong compliance and internal controls. You'll work closely with project managers and senior leadership in a fast‑paced, evolving environment where each project brings new challenges and opportunities to grow. What You'll Do
- Oversee job cost processes and maintain budget controls using the Yardi Voyager Job Cost module
- Lead monthly and quarterly job cost meetings; provide reporting for sales transactions and cash flow forecasting
- Review construction contracts for accuracy and compliance
- Manage accruals, vendor setup, and contract closeouts
- Support annual budgeting, quarterly reforecasts, and audit preparation
- Research and document accounting treatments for complex or unusual transactions
- Identify opportunities to enhance processes and strengthen internal controls
- Work on diverse, high‑impact projects shaping the future of real estate development
- Collaborate with a forward‑thinking, entrepreneurial leadership team that values innovation
- Benefit from clear growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding organization
- Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 8+ years of development accounting experience, ideally within real estate
- Strong expertise in job cost accounting and percentage‑of‑completion methodology
- Proficiency in Yardi Voyager and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and mentor a team
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities