Accounting Manager

Mutual Housing • Sacramento, CA

3d • $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Manager – Housing Development oversees all accounting activities related to affordable housing development projects, including predevelopment, construction, lease‑up, and transition to stabilized operations. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with complex financing and regulatory requirements. This position works closely with Development, Corporate Accounting, and Property Operations to maintain clear communication, accurate affiliate accounting, and smooth transitions as projects move through development phases. The Accounting Manager also serves as the HR supervisor of record for a shared Accounts Payable Specialist.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of accounting experience; construction or development accounting strongly preferred.
• Strong GAAP knowledge, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and coordinate across departments.
• Must pass criminal background screening, including education verification and DMV check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with affordable housing, LIHTC, or real estate development is a plus.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting for multiple development and construction projects
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and affiliate activity
• Perform detailed reviews of construction draw requests
• Support loan conversions, reserve setups, and project transitions
• Coordinate intercompany activity across affiliated entities
• Supervise and support a shared Accounts Payable Specialist
• Assist with audits, cost certifications, and compliance documentation
• Identify and implement process improvements

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Employee Assistant Program: Kaiser plan fully covered for Employee and dependents
• Optional Life, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection and Accident Insurance
• Generous paid time off, including 16 paid holidays which includes the week between Christmas and New Years
• 2 Floating Holidays (16 hours)
• 401K Plan with company match up to 6%

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level