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About the Role

BRIDGE Housing Corporation is seeking an Accounting Manager to support the Assistant Corporate Controller. This role involves overseeing complex accounting and reporting duties for BRIDGE’s corporate entities, managing the team responsible for accounting, tax, and financial reporting, and preparing monthly reporting in a multiple-legal-entity environment. The position requires a high level of organizational, managerial, and technical competency to implement new processes and complete time-sensitive financial reports, with regular collaboration with the FP&A team on budgeting, treasury, cash flow management, and financing activities.

Responsibilities

Supervise, develop, and mentor accounting staff, establishing clear expectations and promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Establish appropriate review procedures and quality standards for accounting deliverables.
Identify staff development and training needs and provide opportunities for professional growth.
Provide feedback and act as a resource for accounting staff.
Complete and review complex, multi-entity and recurring Journal Entries.
Oversee reconciliations of cash balances.
Request, review and act as first approver for wire transfers.
Oversee and review day-to-day general ledger accounting activities, monthly reconciliation and financial reporting.
Act as a touch point for other departments, including Fund Administration, Capital Markets, Asset Management, Development Accounting and Corporate AP teams.
Participate in management discussions and calls with third-party vendors and administrators, providing guidance and thought leadership to management with respect to corporate, fund and JV accounting functions.
Serve as the primary accounting lead for BRIDGE's private equity fund and Brighthaven joint venture partnership.
Assist the Assistant Corporate Controller with accounting and reporting activities associated with BRIDGE’s impact fund and partnership operations, including capital contributions, capital calls, distributions, management fees, investment activity, and partner allocations.
Review fund and partnership general ledgers, financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Ensure proper accounting for investments, including initial capitalization, subsequent contributions, distributions, investment valuations, and realized and unrealized gains and losses, as applicable.
Review calculations and recording of investor capital accounts, partner equity balances, and allocations of income, expenses, and distributions in accordance with governing agreements.
Coordinate with Assistant Controller to ensure accounting treatment is consistent with contractual requirements of partnership agreements, operating agreements, and other governing documents.
Coordinate with third-party fund administrators and Auditor to oversee the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of fund accounting and investor reporting deliverables.
Review capital call and distribution calculations, investor allocations, and support documentation.
Assist with accounting and reporting processes for joint venture entities, including consolidations, equity-method accounting, and other applicable accounting treatments.
Work closely with Investment Management, Development, Legal, and other internal and external partners to ensure that new investments, transactions, and partnership structures are appropriately reflected in the accounting records.
Maintain accounting records and reporting schedules that provide transparency into fund performance, investor capital balances, and partnership-level financial activity.
Help identify and implement improvements to fund and partnership accounting processes, systems, and reporting controls as the organization's investment activities expand.
Analyze, investigate and explain budget variances.
Research issues independently by consulting appropriate departments or permanent file documents to make a recommendation on how to properly record an accounting entry for new projects (including development revenue and fees from affiliated entities).
Independently research the legal entity structure of new entities to correctly record affiliate entries, with high comprehension of consolidation elimination rules.
Record entries related to internal lending and track use of appropriate sources for predevelopment, construction, and portfolio loans.
Produce quality, accurate and timely monthly financial statements by preparing GAAP monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
Prepare monthly reporting pack for business lines.
Concisely present financial information and appropriately research and answer accounting questions to manager and department head, as requested.
Act as a liaison to external auditors for corporate, fund, and joint venture audits.
At the direction of the Assistant Controller, coordinate team’s preparation of audit schedules, supporting documentation, financial statements, and other required deliverables.
Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard organizational assets and ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
Evaluate accounting processes and controls to identify potential weaknesses, inefficiencies, or opportunities for improvement.
Monitor changes in GAAP and other applicable accounting and reporting requirements, assessing their impact on corporate and investment entity accounting.
Prepare technical accounting memoranda and recommendations for complex transactions and accounting matters for management and executive review and consideration.
Assist in new process formation and documentation.
Lead training on various topics for Corporate Finance or other accounting teams.
Create documents for training programs for onboarding new positions.
Demonstrate ability to learn new accounting standards and communicate new standards to the rest of the team.
Act as backup and/or coverage for Assistant Controller & Senior Director.
Understand the big picture within the industry and BRIDGE.
Develop and submit ad hoc reporting and analyses as needed.
Correspond with internal departments including (development, fundraising, asset management, property management, HR, and other support departments) requiring strong communication skills.
Continuously look for ways to streamline the monthly close process while ensuring quality and accuracy of the financial statements.
Take initiative and lead new process changes.
Provide suggestions for changes.
Provide level of technical or procedural expertise.
Engage team members in projects and demonstrate leadership.
Actively participate in meetings.
Develop, lead, and implement recommendations for effective and efficient business processes.
Identify opportunities for efficiencies within the Corporate Finance & Accounting team, including automating spreadsheets, and streamlining processes as the portfolio of properties grows.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent.
5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management or supervisory responsibilities.
Experience implementing accounting systems, reporting enhancements, and process automation.
Ability to manage daily responsibilities and projects for a team with minimal direction.
Ability to work collaboratively with different levels of staff and executive management, including the ability to effectively train and coach senior and staff level accountants.
Ability to assimilate a variety of information from diverse individuals, and make decisions for which a precedent may not exist.
Ability to improve existing processes and systems.
Excellent written, oral and presentation skills.
Must be accurate, organized, and highly detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and follow-through on all projects.
Ability to work under pressure and successfully meet deadlines.
Excellent decision-making, interpersonal and time management skills.
Ability to work harmoniously in a multi-cultural team.
Review complex journal entries affecting multiple operating property entities.
Strong understanding of multi-entity environments.
Extensive knowledge of consolidation rules.
Strong delegation skills.
Desire to build and maintain a strong team culture.
Advanced technical accounting skills.
Desire to continually show interest in learning and applying changes in the industry to their work.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of the affordable housing industry, GAAP accounting, and reporting requirements are desired.

Skills

Accounting
Financial Reporting
Tax
GAAP Accounting
Consolidation Rules
Multi-entity Environments
Journal Entries
Account Reconciliations
Wire Transfers
General Ledger
Private Equity Fund Accounting
Joint Venture Accounting
Impact Fund Accounting
Capital Contributions
Capital Calls
Distributions
Management Fees
Investment Activity
Partner Allocations
Financial Statements
Budget Variances
External Audits
Internal Controls
Technical Accounting
Process Improvement
Automation
Delegation
Team Building
Collaboration
Communication (Oral and Written)
Training
Leadership
Decision-Making
Interpersonal Skills
Time Management
Detail-Oriented
Multi-tasking
Follow-through

Location

California
Washington
Oregon

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Manager
5-7+ years progressive accounting experience
Management or supervisory responsibilities

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent

About the Company

Founded in 1983, BRIDGE Housing Corporation is a leading affordable housing owner and developer.
BRIDGE understands that safe, high-quality and affordable homes strengthen local communities and provide critical support and stability to working families and seniors.
BRIDGE’s portfolio consists of 141 multifamily and mixed-use properties with over 15,000 units located throughout California, Washington & Oregon.
BRIDGE has been a national model for production and innovation for 40 years, pioneering sophisticated strategies for building local communities.
BRIDGE has a track record of successfully developing transit-oriented and mixed-use developments, as well as mixed-income apartments.
BRIDGE has established partnerships that have created housing, shopping centers, parks, daycare centers, police and fire facilities, libraries, community spaces, and job training centers.
BRIDGE’s greatest asset is its team of highly skilled, energetic, and motivated professionals committed to the success of the organization.
BRIDGE professionals share a passion for quality and possess the business acumen to get the job done.
BRIDGE is expanding housing opportunities and producing innovative, multi-dimensional developments that serve and establish communities.
BRIDGE’s core commitment to affordable housing remains steadfast, supported by development expertise, creative funding strategies, and bold ideas regarding education and training.
BRIDGE’s growth is attributed to strong leadership, community support, and the talent and resources to execute a clear vision.
In 2020, BRIDGE Housing closed a $100 million offering of Taxable Sustainability Bonds.
In 2025, BRIDGE Housing closed another $175 million offering of Taxable Sustainability Bonds for affordable housing, transit-oriented development, green building, and energy efficiency projects.
In 2026, BRIDGE Housing's S&P credit rating was upgraded from AA- to AA with a stable outlook due to leadership, strong financial performance, and an improved debt profile.
The Finance & Accounting Teams at BRIDGE include 25 staff members split across three teams: Corporate, Corporate AP, and Development.

Equal Opportunity

BRIDGE Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest records.
BRIDGE qualifies the contents of all information candidates provide in their resume.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon (a) a criminal background check, (b) verification of all information provided, including past employment, correct hire and separation dates, education, degree, or other credentials, and (c) three satisfactory employment references.
In the case of application involves fraud or misrepresentation, BRIDGE may in its discretion rescind the job offer.
Nothing in this policy changes the at-will nature of employment, and BRIDGE may withdraw an offer of employment or terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without reason.