Vice President, Accounting

CloudHQ LLC•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Vice President of Accounting is responsible for overseeing Dalian Development’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and finance functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis. This role ensures the integrity of financial information, compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, including HUD loan covenants and requirements, and the development of scalable processes and systems to support business growth. The VP partners closely with leadership to provide financial insights that drive strategic decision-making, capital allocation, and operational performance. This individual leads and develops a high-performing team, manages relationships with auditors, third-party property management companies, and regulatory stakeholders, and plays a critical role in risk management, financial planning, capital markets coordination, and overall business strategy. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with deep technical accounting expertise, strong financial acumen, and a proven ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
10-15+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with 5-7+ years in a senior leadership role overseeing accounting functions.
Experience in residential real estate finance, with public accounting experience highly preferred
Sound knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Strong understanding of financial reporting, consolidations, and internal controls
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
Knowledge of debt structures and capital planning
Familiarity with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Yardi or similar) and financial reporting tools
Working knowledge of HUD loan covenants, regulatory reporting requirements, and lender compliance expectations
Proven ability to lead, develop, and scale high-performing accounting teams
Strong coaching, mentoring, and talent development capabilities
Strong financial and business acumen with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Demonstrated ability to support strategic decision-making and influence senior leadership
Experience evaluating investments, development projects, and complex transactions
Experience improving processes, implementing systems, and driving automation and efficiencies
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
Strong stakeholder management skills, including experience working with executives, auditors, lenders, and investors
Experience coordinating with third-party property management companies and cross-functional capital markets partners
High integrity and ethical standards
Collaborative, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset
Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in residential real estate finance, with public accounting experience highly preferred
Active CPA

Responsibilities

Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and analytics to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery to internal and external stakeholders
Prepare and maintain financial statements, supporting year-end activities including audits and tax projections
Deliver financial analysis to support capital investments, pricing decisions, contract negotiations, and strategic initiatives
Monitor market conditions and industry trends to inform business planning and investment decisions
Participates in financial due diligence and underwriting activities for acquisitions and development opportunities
Participates in research and data analysis to support investment and development strategies
Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Establish and maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and applicable regulatory requirements, with specific accountability for HUD loan covenants and requirements
Develop and continuously enhance accounting policies, procedures, and best practices
Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, regulatory bodies, and third-party property management companies to support accurate reporting and compliance across managed properties
Lead cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning to optimize capital allocation
Partner with the capital markets team to support the sourcing, structuring, diligence, and closing of construction and permanent financing
Partner with executive leadership to support strategic planning, growth initiatives, and operational decision-making
Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to improve efficiency and scalability
Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies to safeguard company performance and assets
Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, tax, FP&A, and operations on complex transactions and business initiatives
Review and approve technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, and capital expenditures
Monitor compliance with debt covenants, including HUD loan covenants and related reporting obligations
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team, including hiring, performance management, and professional development