Vice President of Accounting

Position Overview

Fortis Property Management is seeking a strategic, results-driven Vice President of Accounting to lead and scale the accounting function across a rapidly growing multifamily property management platform supporting a multi-state portfolio of approximately 14,000 units.

This executive role is responsible for overseeing corporate and property accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and building scalable processes to support continued growth. The Vice President of Accounting will serve as a key financial leader and partner to operations, ownership groups, and executive leadership, with a clear succession pathway toward the Chief Financial Officer role.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Provide strategic leadership for corporate and property accounting functions across a multi-state multifamily portfolio
• Support executive leadership with financial insights, KPI reporting, and performance analysis to drive business decisions
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and reforecast cycles across corporate and property portfolios
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools supporting NOI performance, margin analysis, and operational trends

Accounting Operations

• Direct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
• Oversee preparation of consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules
• Manage property-level accounting deliverables including owner reporting and third-party management financial packages
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies

Cash Management & Treasury

• Oversee cash management strategy, liquidity forecasting, and payment controls
• Manage banking relationships and ensure appropriate cash flow visibility across the portfolio
• Establish best practices for disbursement controls and financial safeguards

Policies, Controls & Compliance

• Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, tax, contractual, and reporting requirements
• Partner with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal partners during audits and regulatory reviews

Process Improvement & Technology

• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, scalability, and automation
• Oversee accounting system optimization and integration with property management platforms
• Champion technology adoption and workflow enhancements across the accounting organization

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a multi-level accounting organization including corporate accounting, property accounting, and support staff
• Establish performance standards, career pathways, and succession planning within the accounting team
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Partner closely with Operations, HR, Asset Management, and Executive Leadership to support organizational goals
• Provide financial guidance supporting new acquisitions, transitions, and operational initiatives
• Support strategic planning and growth initiatives across the organization

Qualifications

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA designation strongly preferred, MBA or Master’s degree is a plus

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing accounting teams
• Experience within multifamily, real estate, or property management accounting environments strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience supporting growth-oriented organizations

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Experience with property management accounting platforms (Yardi, RealPage, AppFolio, or similar ERP environments)
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic mindset with operational execution capability
• High integrity and accountability
• Strong people leadership and coaching ability
• Continuous improvement orientation
• Service-focused partnership approach

Why Join Fortis Property Management

• High-growth platform with strong acquisition and expansion trajectory
• Executive visibility and meaningful leadership impact
• Opportunity to build scalable accounting infrastructure and processes
• Clear succession pathway toward Chief Financial Officer
• Collaborative, service-driven culture focused on excellence

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive executive compensation package
• Performance-based bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Leadership development and growth opportunities