GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
About the Company
A growing commercial real estate investment and asset management firm based in Los Angeles with a national footprint. The team is committed to excellence, innovation, and long-term impact in the housing sector. They offer a dynamic, fast-paced environment where professionals are empowered to lead, collaborate, and grow.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Accountant with specialized experience in multifamily real estate. This role will be responsible for financial oversight of a portfolio of assets, including coordination with internal teams, joint venture partners, and lenders. The position is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in financial reporting, capital accounting, and compliance—particularly in affordable housing environments.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare monthly financial statements and assist with internal and external reporting
Manage bank reconciliations and oversee capital expenditures and reimbursement schedules
Coordinate monthly and quarterly distributions, wire transfers, and approvals
Support joint venture communications, including financial reviews, equity tracking, and cash flow modeling
Ensure compliance with lender requirements and upload necessary reporting
Assist with property tax, sales/use tax, and franchise tax filings
Help develop and monitor property-level budgets and projections
Participate in acquisitions, dispositions, and entity-level setups and closures
Collaborate cross-functionally with asset managers, compliance, and investment teams
Support vendor invoice processing and insurance claim tracking
Prepare documentation for audits and regulatory bodies as needed
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in accounting, ideally within real estate or affordable housing sectors
Strong understanding of capital accounting, financial compliance, and JV structures
Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with property management or accounting platforms (e.g., RealPage a plus)
Comfortable working with internal stakeholders and third-party partners
Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail
Excellent communication and project management skills
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