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Hybrid up to 3 Days Onsite
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Houston Texas United States
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About This Role RGP is partnering with a leading real estate organization to identify a Senior Director, Real Estate Accounting for a permanent leadership opportunity. This role will oversee accounting, financial reporting, treasury-related activities, compliance, and team leadership across a portfolio of real estate development projects and related entities.
The ideal candidate is a CPA with deep commercial real estate accounting experience, strong technical expertise, and a proven ability to lead teams in a complex and fast-paced environment. This individual will serve as a strategic business partner, providing oversight of financial reporting, risk management, audit activities, and accounting operations while helping drive continuous improvement across the function.
What You Will Work On- Lead accounting and financial reporting activities for a portfolio of real estate development projects and entities.
- Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and compliance with GAAP and company policies.
- Oversee treasury-related activities, including cash management, funding requests, and investor reporting.
- Review complex accounting transactions and provide guidance on technical accounting matters.
- Manage audits, internal controls, tax-related deliverables, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance to support business decision-making.
- Partner with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders, including lenders, investors, auditors, and advisors.
- Identify risks, recommend solutions, and drive process improvements across the accounting function.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Support strategic initiatives, operational excellence, and the ongoing growth of the organization.
What You Will Bring- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Active CPA designation required.
- 6+ years of progressive accounting experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
- 3+ years of people leadership experience.
- Commercial real estate accounting experience required.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit requirements.
- Experience interpreting legal and financial agreements, including loan and joint venture structures.
- Ability to manage complex ownership and equity arrangements.
What You Can Expect- An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.
- Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors.
- Total Rewards include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).
