AION Management · 3 weeks ago
Vice President of Accounting
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expAION Management is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented, and hands-on Vice President of Accounting to oversee financial reporting, accounting operations, and fund-level reporting across the firm. This key leadership role involves managing accounting teams and ensuring timely reporting to stakeholders while optimizing the accounting function.
ConstructionProperty ManagementReal EstateResidential
Responsibilities
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for a portfolio of ~35 multifamily properties and associated investment entity structures
Ensure timely and accurate reporting packages are delivered to investors, lenders, asset management, and other third parties
Oversee and review fund-level reporting for two separate private equity funds in coordination with external fund administrators
Prepare and review debt covenant calculations and other financial compliance reports
Support reporting requirements for property acquisitions and dispositions including pro-rations and waterfall calculations
Implement scalable systems, controls, and processes to support future growth and complexity, and to optimize the accounting department
Directly manage two internal Accounting Managers, overseeing their performance, development, and output
Lead and supervise relationships with two overseas property accounting firms and two external fund administrators; ensure adherence to service-level agreements, deadlines, and quality standards
Make key decisions on hiring, performance management, and termination within the accounting function
Coordinate annual independent audit/review, and tax engagements across the portfolio
Select and engage audit and tax firms, manage timelines and deliverables, and negotiate fees
Sign off on audit and review reports
Ensure real estate taxes & insurance are paid timely across the portfolio
Assist in budgeting processes in collaboration with Asset Management and Property Management teams
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic planning and operational decision-making
Assist in planning and executing quarterly fund distributions in coordination with fund administrators
Monitor and manage liquidity, and Collaborate with the CFO on financial forecasting and treasury planning
Respond to ad hoc financial and analytical requests from the Asset Management, Investors, and Operations teams
Serve as a strategic financial partner across the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA required
10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, preferably in real estate private equity or a related industry
Experience managing multi-entity accounting operations across large real estate portfolios
Strong knowledge of GAAP, real estate accounting, financial reporting, and fund structures
Proven experience overseeing outsourced accounting functions and internal team leadership
Experience managing external audits and tax engagements at scale
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment with a ‘No job is too small' mentality
Preferred
Experience with Real Page, Yardi, MRI, or other real estate accounting software is a plus
Company
AION Management
AION Management is a property management company that provides customer service and value for residents.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Alicia Williams-Bey, BSHR
Human Resources Business Partner
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