CAAS Manager, Real Estate

Join Frazier & Deeter and be a part of a rapidly growing Top 50 accounting & advisory firm that has been repeatedly named a Best Firm to Work For, a Best Firm for Women and a Pacesetter firm among U.S. accounting firms. With several offices  across the U.S., UK, and India, there is a spot for you!    We serve clients of all sizes across the United States and the globe, with a suite of services that grow every year. Our growth mindset and entrepreneurial environment translates into variety and opportunity for our people.   At Frazier & Deeter, we’re committed to training, mentoring, and developing our staff members. With our emphasis on Investing in Relationships to Make a Difference and a Firmwide Focus on Inclusion, we help each other grow in every aspect of life.     Job Summary: As an Accounting Manager within our Client Accounting Advisory Services (CAAS) team, you will play a critical leadership role specializing in supporting real estate owners, investors, developers, and property management companies. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with clients in a collaborative, office-based environment, helping to strengthen relationships and expand our growing real estate niche. You will oversee full-cycle accounting operations, serve as the primary point of contact for business owners and stakeholders, and guide a team of junior accountants through training, development, and performance excellence. We’re seeking a solutions-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, excels in client service, and is passionate about optimizing processes and delivering consistent, accurate financial results. Duties & Responsibilities: Oversee full-cycle accounting for real estate clients, including property-level accounting, general ledger maintenance, month-end close, and financial reporting. Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, investors, developers, and property management teams, delivering exceptional client service and strategic guidance. Manage accounting for real estate portfolios, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, tenant activity, and capital improvement expenditures. Review bank reconciliations, escrow accounts, management fee calculations, sales tax filings, and other real estate-related accounting activities. Manage and train junior accountants to foster a high-performance team environment, including provide feedback for growth and development. Review monthly financial statements for business owners and stakeholders. Formulate customized solutions for clients based on client data and goals. Stay informed on accounting standards, regulatory changes, and compliance requirements to proactively advise clients. Optimize workflow processes by following best practices to maximize efficiency and reduce errors Deliver accurate, timely, and high-quality financial information while consistently exceeding client expectations and fostering long-term client relationships. Education & Experience:  Bachelor's degree in Accounting CPA license preferred 6+ years of experience in public accounting, consulting, or outsourced accounting environments Real Estate-industry experience required Proficiency with Yardi required Experience with accounting software preferred (e.g. QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, Foundations, Xero, Netsuite) Ability to design and implement efficient, scalable accounting processes  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously #LI - hybrid