Corporate Accounting Manager

EVERGREEN REAL ESTATE SERVICES LLC•Chicago, IL

1d•$115,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Evergreen Real Estate Group is hiring a Corporate Accounting Manager to lead accounting and financial reporting for its corporate entities, including the parent company, management and services companies, and development and general partner entities. This hands-on leadership role owns the corporate close and accuracy of the corporate books, partnering closely with the Controller, CFO, and department leaders. The role is responsible for building strong processes, developing staff, and delivering clear, timely reporting on complex real estate accounting. The position is based at Evergreen’s Chicago corporate office on a hybrid schedule. It is a full-time, exempt position with a salary range of $115,000–$135,000 plus an annual bonus. Work is primarily sedentary and involves extended computer work, reviewing financial data, and participating in virtual and in-person meetings. Occasional light lifting of files or office materials weighing up to 15 pounds may be required. Workload increases during month-end close, year-end, and audit periods.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years supervising accounting staff.
Experience with corporate or holding-company accounting in a multi-entity environment; real estate experience is ideal.
Experience leading a monthly close and preparing audit-ready financial statements.
Strong command of GAAP, accrual accounting, intercompany accounting, and consolidations.
Experience with corporate ERP or general ledger systems.
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial models.
Proven accuracy, organization, and ability to meet firm deadlines across competing priorities.
Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion.
Availability for extended hours during month-end close, year-end, and audit periods as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience at a real estate developer, owner, or property management company, including fee revenue and development cost accounting.
Familiarity with affordable housing structures, including LIHTC partnerships, developer fees, and general partner entities.
Public accounting audit experience.
CPA license or actively pursuing a CPA license.
Experience with RealPage, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or Yardi corporate modules.

Responsibilities

Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for Evergreen’s corporate entities according to a defined close calendar.
Review journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations, including cash, intercompany, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, debt, payroll, and benefits liabilities.
Prepare consolidated and entity-level corporate financial statements, variance analyses, and management reports.
Account for corporate revenue streams, including property management, development, asset management, and construction fees.
Manage intercompany activity and eliminations between corporate entities and affiliated partnerships.
Coordinate the annual corporate audit and tax return preparation with external CPAs, prepare audit schedules, and respond to requests.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, bank covenants, and corporate lender and surety reporting requirements.
Maintain and strengthen internal controls, segregation of duties, and documented corporate accounting procedures.
Supervise, train, and develop corporate staff accountants and AP/payroll support; set priorities and review work for accuracy.
Conduct performance reviews and support hiring and onboarding.
Improve close efficiency and reporting quality through standardization and automation.
Serve as a power user of the corporate general ledger and related AP, payroll, and expense management systems, and partner with IT on enhancements.
Lead the annual corporate budget and monthly budget-to-actual reporting with department heads.
Manage corporate cash forecasting, line-of-credit activity, and treasury support.
Provide executive leadership with ad hoc analysis on overhead, fee income, and entity profitability.
Perform other duties as assigned.