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Acctg Mgr-Systems-RE (MD)

Fairfield, NJ

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  Accounting & Finance
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  Onsite
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  Full Time
  

Date Posted:

08/04/2026

Accounting Manager

• Systems (Real Estate)
  Up to $130K
  Fairfield, NJ (onsite)
  

ROLE OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Manager

• Systems is responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger within the company's Yardi Voyager platform.

This role blends direct GL accounting ownership with system administration duties, leading upgrades, implementations, and configuration work to keep Yardi aligned with GAAP-compliant financial reporting across the property portfolio.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Yardi Voyager Administration & Projects:

Act as system administrator, managing user access, security roles, chart of accounts, and property/entity setup. Lead upgrades, module rollouts, and integrations from scoping through UAT and go-live. Build and maintain reports using Yardi Report Writer/YSR to support close, investor, and agency reporting needs. Serve as the go-to resource for troubleshooting and resolving Yardi-related issues across departments. Document system configurations and workflows, and train staff on both process and platform use.

General Ledger & Close:

Oversee the monthly close process across the portfolio, with direct GL ownership for a subset of properties (roughly 3-7). Review and approve journal entries and supporting schedules. Prepare monthly internal and external reports, including investor and agency deliverables. Track real estate tax payments and maintain related tracking documentation. Manage security deposit disposition for former tenants.

Team & Cross-Functional Support:

Supervise and review the work of staff accountants. Lead performance reviews and provide ongoing training/mentorship. Serve as a subject-matter resource for other departments on accounting and systems questions. Assist the Controller with special projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; CPA or MBA a plus. 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including strong hands-on Yardi Voyager experience (administration, configuration, and report writing). Prior experience leading a Yardi upgrade or implementation preferred. Solid understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting principles. Advanced Excel skills and general proficiency with Microsoft Office. Background in property management or real estate strongly preferred. Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills. Strong written and verbal communicator, comfortable explaining system issues to non-technical staff.