Accounting Manager in Farmington Hills, Michigan at M SHAPIRO REAL ESTATE GROUP

Location: M. Shapiro Real Estate Group – Headquarters

Position Type: Full-Time

M. Shapiro Real Estate Group is a leading provider of management services for our multi-family and manufactured home properties. We specialize in creating and maintaining vibrant, well-managed communities that provide safe and affordable housing options for our residents. We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Property Accounting Manager to join our growing team.

The Property Accounting Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for directing and overseeing the accounting operations for a portfolio of communities and related entities. This position provides leadership to the property accounting team, establishes financial controls and operational standards, and ensures the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting across the organization.

The ideal candidate is a strong people leader and strategic thinker with extensive real estate or property management accounting experience. This individual will drive process improvements, mentor and develop accounting staff, partner with operational leadership, and play a key role in supporting company-wide financial objectives and long-term growth initiatives.

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight to a team of 15–20 property accountants and accounting support staff.

• Establish performance expectations, accountability standards, and professional development opportunities for the accounting team.

• Partner with executive leadership to align accounting operations with company goals and strategic initiatives.

• Lead departmental planning, workflow management, and resource allocation to ensure operational efficiency and scalability.

Financial Oversight & Strategic Accounting Management

• Direct and oversee all property accounting functions for assigned portfolios and legal entities.

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, reporting packages, and general ledger activity in accordance with GAAP and company standards.

• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely completion and high-level financial review.

• Review financial performance trends, identify operational risks or opportunities, and provide recommendations to leadership.

• Lead financial analysis initiatives to support strategic decision-making and portfolio performance optimization.

• Oversee cash management strategies and monitor overall financial health across managed properties.

• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process for property portfolios in collaboration with operations leadership.

• Analyze financial results against budget expectations and provide executive-level variance analysis and reporting.

• Identify opportunities to improve profitability, streamline financial processes, and enhance operational performance.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP standards, lender requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

• Oversee internal controls and accounting procedures to minimize financial risk and ensure operational consistency.

• Oversee financial compliance matters including tax reporting support, reconciliations, and documentation standards.

• Act as a strategic financial partner to property management, operations, and executive leadership teams.

• Provide leadership-level financial reporting, insights, and operational recommendations.

• Support organizational initiatives, acquisitions, transitions, and process implementation projects as needed.

• Maintain strong relationships with ownership groups, clients, vendors, and external business partners.

• Lead initiatives to improve accounting systems, reporting capabilities, workflows, and internal efficiencies.

• Oversee the effective utilization of property management and accounting software platforms.

• Drive standardization of accounting practices, reporting procedures, and documentation across portfolios.

• Utilize advanced Excel reporting and financial analysis tools to support operational and executive reporting needs.

• Serve as a key contributor to departmental and organizational leadership initiatives.

• Additional responsibilities may evolve based on business needs and company growth.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

• 5+ years of progressive property management or real estate accounting experience required.

• Prior experience leading accounting teams and managing departmental operations required.

• Demonstrated experience overseeing multi-entity or portfolio-based accounting operations preferred.

• Strong leadership, team development, and employee coaching abilities.

• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive accountability at all organizational levels.

• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance operational execution and long-term planning.

• Proven ability to manage priorities and lead within a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.

• Experience with Yardi, Rent Manager, or similar property management/accounting software required.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Experience with manufactured home community accounting highly preferred.

• CPA or other accounting certifications are a plus.

• Experience supporting organizational growth, acquisitions, or process transformation initiatives preferred.

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays

• 401(k) with company match

• Professional development and advancement opportunities

M. Shapiro Real Estate Group is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.