Lead Accountant

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