Job Description
Job Description
Portfolio Accounting Manager – Joint Venture Accounting
Location : Baltimore, MD (On-site)
Industry : Commercial Real Estate / Investment Management
A privately held, fully integrated national real estate development and investment company is seeking an experienced Portfolio Accounting Manager – Joint Venture Accounting . This position is responsible for the full range of accounting and financial reporting processes for a diverse portfolio of multi-tiered joint ventures involving commercial real estate, development projects, and related investment entities.
Position Summary
The Portfolio Accounting Manager will oversee accounting operations for joint venture investments, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, adherence to accounting standards, and timely coordination with internal and external stakeholders. The role works closely with Property Accounting, Asset Management, and Finance leadership on consolidations, investor reporting, and capital events.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Review property-level reporting for accuracy and completeness before consolidation and JV reporting.
 - Prepare and communicate adjusting journal entries (AJEs) as needed.
 - Provide detailed financial analyses and commentary for internal and investor reports.
 
General Ledger Management
Maintain general ledger integrity for assigned entities, including reconciliations and supporting schedules.Manage cash postings, monitoring, and bank reconciliations.Month-End & Quarter-End Close
Collaborate with Property Accounting and Asset Management to prepare month-end and quarter-end reporting packages.Ensure compliance with accounting policies, accuracy in financial treatment, and adherence to deadlines.Capital Events Support
Assist with quarterly distributions, capital calls, and waterfall modeling and analysis.Support asset management with investor communications and capital event documentation.Debt Compliance
Prepare financial reports required for loan and covenant compliance.Monitor guarantor requirements and other debt-related reporting obligations.Tax & Audit Coordination
Support the annual tax and audit process, including preparation of supporting schedules and workpapers.Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors as needed.Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required).Minimum of 5 years of full-cycle commercial real estate accounting experience.Experience with investor reporting portals (AppFolio preferred).Proficiency with MRI Software required; experience with Investment Accounting or the Flexibility Toolkit is a plus.Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.Excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills.Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.Experience drafting accounting policies, procedures, and workflow documentation.Strong client service orientation and high ethical standards.Physical Requirements
Primarily office-based role with extended periods of computer use.Must be able to sit, read, and perform data entry for long periods.Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs. may be required.Equal Opportunity Employer
This organization is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, sex, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics under applicable law.