Head of Fund Accounting - Atlanta, GA

At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.

Role Overview As the Head of Fund Accounting, you’ll lead the accounting, reporting, and operational execution for an assigned portfolio, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and scalable processes. You’ll partner closely with internal and external stakeholders to drive consistency, efficiency, and high-quality client outcomes. Lead Fund Accounting Operations Lead, mentor, and develop a Fund Accounting team, fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture.

Oversee all period-end close activities, including preparation and review of income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and supporting disclosures. Manage the execution of annual audits, serving as the primary point of coordination across auditors, internal teams, and leadership. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across fund accounting operations.

Allocate resources, set priorities, and manage deliverables to ensure deadlines and service-level expectations are consistently met. Ensure Financial Accuracy and Control Ensure timely and accurate preparation of client deliverables, investor reports, and account reconciliations.

Requirements

Oversee cash management activities and related operational functions for assigned entities. Establish, maintain, and communicate clear accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Qualifications

5–8+ years of experience in fund accounting, fund management, and/or real estate accounting. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA or MBA preferred. Hands-on audit experience required.

Strong customer service mindset with the ability to manage internal and external relationships. Excellent organizational, analytical, time management, and problem-solving skills. Ability to clearly communicate financial information, investor reporting, and cash management concepts to stakeholders at all levels.

Demonstrated deep technical knowledge of GAAP/IFRS accounting standards. Exceptional attention to detail, even under tight deadlines and competing priorities. Proven consistency in values, integrity, and work ethic.

Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office applications. About Cortland Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.

Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people. Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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