Summit, NJ
Salary Estimate: Confidential
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Place: Part Remote
Experience Required: 7+ to 10 years
Education Required: 4 Year College
Job Description
DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING & OPERATIONS
POSITION SUMMARY
Saxum Real Estate, a diversified real estate investment and development firm with a national footprint
and a portfolio in excess of $2B in capitalization, is seeking a seasoned, highly motivated and hands on
real estate professional to serve as the Director of Accounting & Operations reporting to senior
management. You will be a vital leader of our accounting and operations team and will be responsible
for overseeing the financial operations, reporting and back office support for our diverse portfolio of
real estate investments and funds. Your strategic leadership will contribute to the growth and success of
our investment initiatives, providing you with a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the
world of real estate finance and development. The ideal candidate must be a process driven self-starter
with an intense entrepreneurial spirit, excellent quantitative and communication skills, proven
leadership skills, a relentless attention to detail, and an all-encompassing passion for real estate.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will involve a combination of both strategic and tactical responsibilities in the firm’s
accounting, operations, and human capital management functions
Oversee accounting and operations team to drive overall company performance and revenues,
reduce expenses, etc.
Collaborate closely with all company verticals - asset management, capital markets, acquisitions,
legal, development, construction, property management, leasing and other departments to
streamline processes and optimize investment performance
Accounting / Operational Management: oversee the operating company’s financial planning,
budgeting, cash management, fund distribution, and forecasting activities
Strategy: collaborate with senior leadership to improve company processes, elevate operations
strategy and provide valuable insights to enhance efficiency, growth, and morale
Oversee all banking and treasury relationships and ensure compliance and internal controls with
accounting team. Manage guarantor financials and liaison with lenders/third parties
Assist Capital Markets & Asset Management team with budgets & financial reporting
Oversee annual tax and audit process, liaising with external auditors and ensuring compliance
with regulatory standards
Drive process improvements and system enhancements to optimize accounting operations and
reporting accuracy
Collaborate with legal team to ensure investment structures and financial activities align with
regulatory requirements
Manage Company’s as well as investment insurance (GL, Property, Umbrella, D&O/E&O)
Mentor and lead a team of accounting and operational professionals, fostering their growth and
development
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required
Minimum 7 years+ of accounting experience within a real estate company
Knowledge of US GAAP
Strong understanding of fund structures, investment strategies, and financial markets
Significant skill set to spearhead all finance, accounting and operational functions and the ability
to create and run processes and procedures
Systems-oriented with deep knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and the
ability to work with various accounting, property management and leasing database systems
Creative and innovative approach to solving problems and resolving issues
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage internal and
external relationships
Proven leadership and relationship-building skills; ability to engage and influence a range of
stakeholders
Excellent judgment and commercial awareness
Flexible, self-starter and able to multitask; ability to work within an ambiguous, fast-paced
environment while driving toward solutions
COMPENSATION
Compensation commensurate with experience and education level
Full competitive benefits package available
This role requires presence in office on a weekly basis,
typically 3x week.
Related Jobs
Miami, FL
Post Date: 06/17/2025
Expires: 08/01/2025
Washington, DC
Post Date: 06/23/2025
Expires: 08/07/2025
You have successfully applied for this role!
You can view the status of your application from your dashboard.
