Job Description

At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.
Role Overview
As Vice President of Fund Accounting, you will lead the accounting, reporting, and operational functions for your assigned portfolio. You will set strategic direction for the team, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, and drive process excellence across all activities.
Strategic Leadership

• Lead and develop the Fund Accounting team, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.

• Oversee all close activities, including preparation of income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and related disclosures.

• Direct the execution of annual audits, ensuring alignment and coordination across stakeholders.

• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

• Manage department resources, priorities, and deliverables to meet organizational objectives.

Financial Stewardship

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of client deliverables, reports, and reconciliations.

• Review and approve key financial outputs, ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

• Oversee cash management and related operational functions for assigned entities.

• Maintain and communicate clear accounting policies, procedures, and controls.

Qualifications

• Strong 5-8+ years of fund management and/or real estate experience

• Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting or finance required; CPA or MBA a plus

• Hands-on audit experience is required

• Customer service mindset

• Strong organizational, analytical, time management, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to communicate at all levels regarding financial information, investor reporting, and cash management

• Displayed comprehensive technical and functional understanding of GAAP/IFRS accounting guidance

• Extraordinary attention to detail even under tight deadlines and multiple assignments

• Demonstrated consistency in values, principles, and work ethic

• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications

About Cortland
Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.
Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people.
Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we are proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website, please email or call 404.965.3988.
Cortland is a drug-free workplace.
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