Accounting Manager

Lessen is the tech-enabled, end-to-end property service provider that is transforming how commercial and residential real estate services are delivered and managed at scale. Lessen’s technology platform provides data-driven insights that unlock key growth opportunities for the entire real estate ecosystem—including investors, owners, managers, and service providers. The company leverages a network of over 30,000 vetted, qualified vendors (Lessen Affiliates) serving clients with over 1 million properties and completing more than 3.5 million work orders annually across an expanding range of services. Lessen, LLC is a venture-backed, privately held company with offices in Scottsdale and Chicago.

The Accounting Manager will be responsible for overseeing key accounting functions with a strong focus on revenue recognition, month-end close, and financial reporting. This role will serve as a hands-on contributor responsible for preparing and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition guidance.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is comfortable operating both strategically and tactically, and is willing to roll up their sleeves to support the evolving needs of the accounting team. This role may manage one direct report and will partner cross-functionally across the organization to support accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency.

Establish, develop and improve internal controls and procedures for accounting transactions and budget preparation

Manage and oversee the month-end and year-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

Prepare, review, and post journal entries within the ERP system

Lead revenue accounting processes in accordance with ASC 606, including contract review, revenue recognition analysis, and related reconciliations

Maintain and review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules

Support internal and external audit requests and assist with preparation of audit schedules and documentation

Assist with the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and strengthening internal controls

Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and other business teams to support accounting-related initiatives and projects

Assist with ad hoc reporting, technical accounting research, and special projects as needed

Provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to one direct report, as applicable

Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies and procedures

Support ERP system enhancements, implementations, and process optimization initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required
• Previous experience managing or mentoring accounting staff preferred
• Strong understanding and practical application of ASC 606 revenue recognition guidance required
• Experience working within an ERP system required; NetSuite experience strongly preferred
• Public accounting experience is a plus

Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience managing full-cycle month-end close processes
• Ability to prepare and post complex journal entries and reconciliations
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Hands-on, team-oriented mindset with willingness to support operational accounting activities as needed
• High attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred:

• NetSuite experience
• Experience in high-growth or fast-paced environments
• Experience supporting audits and technical accounting matters