VP of Accounting

Robert Half • Houston, TX • 17h ago

Description

Are you an experienced accounting leader with a passion for driving financial excellence in the real estate investment trust (REIT) industry?

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Vice President of Accounting to lead and transform our clients' accounting operations. This high-impact role offers the opportunity to work alongside senior leadership, providing strategic financial guidance while ensuring compliance with REIT-specific regulations and standards.

This is a unique opportunity for an individual with deep expertise in REIT accounting, SEC compliance, and hands-on leadership to play a pivotal role in our growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Accounting Operations: Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and monthly financial close processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

Financial Reporting: Prepare and review accurate, timely financial statements in adherence to GAAP and SEC requirements with a REIT focus.

Tax Compliance: Ensure thorough compliance with REIT tax regulations, including managing quarterly distribution requirements and annual compliance testing.

Audit and Controls: Manage external audits, SOX compliance, and develop/improve internal controls to foster financial integrity and accountability.

Strategic Financial Analysis: Partner with senior leadership to support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis at both corporate and property levels.

Capital Allocation: Collaborate with leadership on capital allocation decisions to optimize resource deployment and shareholder value.

People Leadership: Supervise and mentor an accounting team, cultivating a culture of excellence, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Required Experience and Qualifications

REIT Industry Expertise (Mandatory): The ideal candidate must bring current and substantial REIT-specific experience, as this expertise is crucial to the role and the team.

Proven experience in a Controller or other senior accounting leadership role, with a track record of hands-on management and staff supervision.

Active CPA designation - this is non-negotiable and essential for success in this position.

Strong familiarity with REIT-related accounting practices, tax requirements, and regulatory standards (GAAP and SEC).

As the Vice President of Accounting, you'll have the chance to make a significant mark within a dynamic and growing REIT organization. This role offers not only competitive compensation but also the opportunity to contribute at a strategic, enterprise level while mentoring a talented team.

Requirements - Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience, with a proven track record in leadership roles.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.

Expertise in REIT-specific accounting practices, including IRS Form 1120-REIT.

Strong knowledge of financial reporting, including annual audited financial statements and SEC compliance.

Proficiency in accounting systems such as NetSuite.

Experience managing internal and external audits.

Exceptional skills in month-end close processes, budgeting, and variance analysis.

Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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