Director, Property Accounting (Strategy & Operations)

ABOUT BEDROCK

Bedrock is an award-winning real estate developer focused on comprehensive city building initiatives in Detroit and Cleveland. Its work includes creating iconic cityscapes rehabilitating historic properties and making space for the communityall with the philosophy to operate for more than profit.

Since 2011 Bedrock has invested and committed more than $7.5 billion to develop and restore more than 140 properties totaling over 21 million square feet of office retail residential hospitality industrial data centers and 2024 Bedrock was named one of the worlds Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company.

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Director Property Accounting leverages their deep real estate accounting expertise to serve as a strategic partner in financial reporting and technical accounting as well as driving process improvement and optimization initiatives across both the Property Accounting team and the broader accounting function. This role operates as a high impact leader executing on complex financial and accounting needs evaluating current practices identifying opportunities and implementing scalable solutions that strengthen accounting operations. The position requires a seasoned professional with strong commercial real estate accounting experience who can assess workflows challenge the status quo and deliver forward looking solutions.

This role is highly cross functional partnering with all of Property Accounting Cost Accounting Asset Management Property Management FP & A Leasing Legal to IT to improve efficiency and align processes across the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leads and executives on complex property accounting activities and reporting and provides expert guidance on accounting transactions ensuring accurate application of GAAP and real estate accounting standards across the portfolio.

• Identifies diagnoses and resolves structural issues within property accounting processes systems and workflows to drive consistency efficiency and scalability.

• Serves as a trusted reviewer and advisor on accounting matters providing decision support and recommendations to accounting leadership as needed.

• Partners crossfunctionally with Property Management Asset Management FP&A and other stakeholders to support operational needs implement process changes and improve financial reporting outcomes.

• Drives system optimization efforts including Yardi troubleshooting and enhancements and partners on automation and reporting improvements to support operational efficiency.

• Represents the Accounting function in businessarea meetings reducing escalation and meeting burden for accounting leadership while ensuring accounting perspectives are effectively incorporated.

• Supports internal controls and audit readiness by partnering with internal audit and Accounting leadership to monitor compliance and adherence to implemented processes.

• Monitors and reviews financial reporting from thirdparty operators (including hotels food & beverage and parking) to ensure accuracy timeliness and compliance with established standards.

• Performs administrative and analytical functions including preparation of analyses documentation reporting budgeting support forecasting variance explanations and special projects.

• Provides leadership coaching guidance and technical mentorship to Property Accounting team members; sets standards and expectations; influences outcomes without formal authority; and supports change management and adoption of new processes across teams.

• All other duties as assigned

POSTION QUALIFICATIONS

• Exercises advanced judgment to solve complex ambiguous accounting and operational problems.

• Identifies structural issues and drives sustainable process and system improvements.

• Operates independently while partnering closely with senior accounting leadership.

• Influences outcomes and drives alignment without formal authority or direct supervision.

• Builds credibility and strong working relationships across Accounting Property Management Asset Management FP&A and Internal Audit.

• Leads through change by setting standards guiding adoption and reinforcing accountability.

• Balances technical depth with a businessoriented solutionfocused mindset.

• Communicates complex accounting concepts clearly to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

• Manages multiple highimpact initiatives simultaneously and drives them to completion.

• Demonstrates readiness for expanded leadership responsibility as the organization evolves.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business or a related field.

• 10 years of progressive experience in property or real estate accounting.

• Prior experience in a leadership role.

• Extensive handson experience with Yardi including complex portfolio support and troubleshooting.

• Demonstrated experience supporting multiproperty or mixeduse real estate portfolios.

• Experience working within GAAPcompliant accounting environments.

• CPA or similar professional certification (preferred not required).

KEY COMPETENCIES

Communication: Clearly articulates vision and expectations adapts messaging to diverse audiences fosters open dialogue and manages conflict constructively.

Planning & Organization: Aligns team efforts with strategic goals delegates effectively anticipates challenges and drives accountability and results.

Problem Solving: Proactively identifies and resolves issues promotes critical thinking and supports continuous improvement and collaboration.

Culture & Ethics: Models integrity and inclusivity champions organizational values and fosters a positive ethical and inclusive work environment.

Technical Expertise: Applies and develops industry knowledge mentors others and stays current with trends to drive performance and innovation.

Leadership: Leads with vision builds strong relationships embraces change and develops high-performing accountable teams.

WORK ENVIORMENT

• Bedrock is an in-person five-day-a-week workplace. All team members are expected to work on site Monday through Friday during standard business hours unless otherwise specified by their role or designated shift.

• Some roles may have flexibility to work remotely on Fridays based on the nature of the work and business needs. This flexibility is granted at the discretion of the Company and may be adjusted at any time.

• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use; occasional movement between buildings; ability to lift up to 15 lbs. Occasionally.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and may be modified periodically.

Disclaimer

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities performed by persons assigned to this classification. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor or manager to assign direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. All principal duties and responsibilities of this position are essential functions of the position. Job descriptions are reviewed on a regular basis and may be revised at any time. Revisions will be communicated to employees within the classification. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment; therefore the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.