Property Accounting Manager - Relocation Stipend Available

About the role

Synergy, a leading Boston commercial real‑estate firm managing over 7 million square feet, is seeking a Property Accounting Manager. The position is hybrid (four days in the Boston office, one day remote) and works closely with internal service groups—including property management, leasing, construction, and asset management—to perform accounting, financial analysis, and reporting for individual real‑estate LLCs and related entities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting closes and reporting are accurate, timely, and professionally prepared for a portfolio of assets.
• Review and approve financial workpapers, bank reconciliations, escalation billings, budgets, analysis, and GAAP work papers prepared by property accountants.
• Enforce internal control policies, ensuring compliance and adherence.
• Identify procedural deficiencies and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Play a key role in the annual budgeting process and preparation of monthly reports for senior‑management review.
• Develop an understanding of property‑management software (Yardi and MRI) and maximize its use.
• Actively manage day‑to‑day operations of a team of assigned accountants.
• Provide backup support for Property Accountants during leaves, vacations, heavy workloads, or transition periods.
• Support department initiatives and lead special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Prior accounting management experience (public or private), preferably within the commercial real‑estate industry.
• Strong communication skills with superiors, peers, vendors, clients, and related parties.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Quick learner, eager to adopt new systems and grow with the company.
• High personal integrity and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced team environment.
• Problem‑solving mindset with interest in influencing company policies and procedures.
• Positive attitude, professionalism, discipline, and flexibility in a changing environment.
• Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency with Excel; experience with Yardi & MRI a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• $10,000 relocation stipend for candidates moving from outside New England.
• Collegial environment with direct access to leadership teams.

Pay

Base salary range: $110,000 – $160,000, with final offers based on market data, candidate experience, location, and internal equity.

Schedule

Hybrid work model: four days on‑site in Boston, one day remote.