Lead Accountant

Job description

### **About the Role** Our client is a technology-driven property management company operating a portfolio of over **560+ single-family homes** across three U.S. markets. We’re looking for a **Lead Accountant** to lead all accounting operations, from corporate financials to trust accounting compliance, as we continue to scale. You’ll take ownership of **corporate books, cash flow management, trust accounting accuracy**, and partner with leadership to strengthen financial discipline and transparency. This is a **hands-on and strategic role** ideal for a detail-oriented professional with property management accounting experience and a strong grasp of trust accounting principles. **Success in the first 3–6 months** means: - Producing accurate and timely monthly financials - Establishing strong reconciliation and trust accounting controls - Improving reporting efficiency and cash flow visibility - Building or optimizing internal/external accounting processes ## **Key Responsibilities** **Corporate Accounting & Financial Management** - Maintain and manage corporate general ledger and financial statements - Oversee cash management, intercompany transactions, and internal controls - Prepare monthly financial reports and variance analyses - Support strategic planning, cash flow forecasting, and KPI reporting **Trust Accounting Oversight** - Review and approve all property management accounting entries for compliance and accuracy - Reconcile trust bank accounts and ensure adherence to trust accounting standards - Audit owner statements, management fees, and reserve balances - Supervise internal or third-party accountants handling property-level financials **Payables, Receivables & Reconciliation** - Manage owner distributions, management fees, and reserves - Review vendor invoices, GL coding, and utility billables - Audit and reconcile all bank accounts and corporate credit cards (Divvy) - Oversee Section 8 and tenant payment postings, refunds, and move-out accounting **Compliance & Reporting** - Prepare and distribute 1099s and support annual tax filings - Maintain audit-ready financial documentation and ensure regulatory compliance - Coordinate with external auditors, CPAs, and vendors as needed **Collaboration & Leadership** - Manage and develop accounting team members or oversee outsourced accounting partners - Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency - Contribute to monthly financial reviews and provide actionable insights ## **Requirements** - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred) - 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in **property management or real estate accounting** - Strong knowledge of **trust accounting** and experience with **Rentvine** or similar PMS - Advanced proficiency in **Excel**, reconciliations, and financial reporting - Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and organizational skills - Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities - **English: C1 or higher** - Availability to work **U.S. business hours (EST or CST)** ## **Compensation & Logistics** - **Salary:** USD $30000 - $36000/year - **Bonus:** Annual, performance-based tied to KPIs - **Time Zone:** U.S. working hours - **Benefits:** Paid Time Off (PTO) - **Contract Type:** Full-time, remote from Latin America ###