We are partnering with a high-growth, pre-public company preparing for an IPO within the next 1–2 months. This is a critical, high-impact opportunity for a hands-on Interim Accounting Manager to step in and lead the accounting function during a pivotal stage of growth.<br><br>This role will oversee a team of 3 accountants, take full ownership of the month-end close and financial reporting process, and play a key role in building internal controls and scalable accounting infrastructure as the company transitions to a public environment.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br>Lead, manage, and mentor a team of 3 accountants, providing day-to-day oversight and review<br>Own and oversee the full month-end and quarter-end close process<br>Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP<br>Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules<br>Perform variance analysis and provide insights to leadership<br>Support SEC reporting readiness, including 10-K, 10-Q, and S-1 filings<br>Partner with external auditors and advisors (including Big 4 firms)<br>Lead the development and enhancement of internal controls (SOX 404 readiness)<br>Transition internal controls and processes from external providers to in-house ownership<br>Build, document, and improve accounting processes and workflows<br>Support the development and execution of a controls testing program<br>Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability<br>Qualifications<br>7+ years of progressive accounting experience<br>Combination of Big 4 public accounting and private industry experience strongly preferred<br>Prior experience owning month-end close and financial statement preparation<br>Experience managing or overseeing accounting teams<br>Strong knowledge of GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX/internal controls<br>Experience in a pre-IPO or public company environment preferred<br>Proven ability to build and document processes in a fast-paced environment<br>Hands-on, detail-oriented, and execution-focused
<p><strong>Ready to step out of the shadows and into a seat with real ownership?</strong></p><p>If you’re in <strong>real estate fund accounting</strong> and thinking about what’s next—this is the kind of role that actually moves your career forward.</p><p>Oakland, CA (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)</p><p> $150K – $165K + bonus</p><p> Clear path to <strong>Controller-level progression</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>This isn’t just another reporting role.</p><p>You’ll be stepping into a <strong>high-growth real estate investment platform</strong> actively deploying capital, launching new vehicles, and scaling fast.</p><p> Translation: <strong>more exposure, more ownership, more upside.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>What you’ll own:</p><ul><li>Full oversight of <strong>fund-level accounting + reporting (ASC 946)</strong></li><li>Lead <strong>audits and tax processes</strong> (you’re the point person)</li><li>Manage <strong>3rd-party fund administrators</strong></li><li>Drive <strong>investor reporting + LP communication</strong></li><li>Partner cross-functionally with <strong>asset management + leadership</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>If you’ve been waiting for a role that actually puts you on the path to Controller… this is it.</strong></p><p>This isn’t just another Accounting Manager seat—</p><p>it’s a <strong>high-visibility role inside a growing real estate investment platform</strong> where you’ll own the fund and be groomed for the next step.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p> Oakland, CA (3x/week in office)</p><p> $150K – $165K + Bonus</p><p>Real Estate Private Equity | Growth mode</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p> Why this role stands out:</p><p>You’re stepping into a seat where you’ll </p><p><strong>own fund-level operations and reporting end-to-end</strong>.</p><ul><li>Lead <strong>fund accounting, reporting, and investor deliverables</strong></li><li>Run point on <strong>audits & tax</strong> (not just support—ownership)</li><li>Oversee <strong>3rd party administrators</strong> and drive accountability</li><li>Partner across <strong>asset management, IR, and senior leadership</strong></li><li>Work across <strong>value-add funds, SMAs, and JV structures</strong></li></ul><p><br></p>