Vice President of Accounting

Posted 4 days ago

smith arnold partnersFairfield County (CT)

Accountants and Auditors Other Accounting Services

SENIORITY

Manager

SALARY

$200,000 to $260,000

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About the role

Our client is a rapidly growing real estate investment asset manager specializing in residential mortgage and structured credit investments. Following a year of significant expansion tripling in size to approximately $1.5 billion in assets under management. The firm is continuing to build out its institutional-grade finance and accounting team. The VP will play a key role in fund and management accounting, financial data analytics, payroll + real estate tax compliance. This is a hands-on role well-suited for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and enjoys building, improving, and scaling processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and intellectually curious, with strong technical accounting skills and an interest in investment and mortgage-related accounting.

About our client: Offers comprehensive healthcare coverage, with the majority of medical, dental, and vision costs covered. Employees benefit from a strong 401(k) plan designed to support long-term financial security. The team values a thoughtful, collaborative culture that emphasizes respect, balance, and sustainable growth

Title: Vice President, Accounting

Location: Darien, CTPotential Compensation: $200,000 to $260,000 + Bonus

Responsibilities:

Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and fixed assets
Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, improving efficiency and cycle times
Analyze financial performance, KPIs, and variances to support decision-making
Lead all federal, state, and local tax compliance activities, ensuring timely and accurate filings
Partner with external advisors and auditors to address complex tax matters and audits
Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize risk and optimize the effective tax rate
Oversee internal M&A transfer pricing, intercompany transactions, and tax provision reporting
Direct budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAPEnhance internal controls, policies, and financial procedures
Lead audit engagements and act as the primary contact for external auditors
Serve as a strategic partner to leadership, delivering clear and actionable financial insights
Evaluate and enhance financial systems to improve reporting and operational efficiency

Qualifications:

BS degree in accounting or Finance, MBA + CPA10-15+ years experience with Tax, reit/credit products
Experience working in public accounting, tax and in house
Tax compliance + Tax provision + Financial data modeling
Proficiency in Excel + QuickBooks + MS ERP Products

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