Director of Real Estate Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Real Estate Operations

New York, NY | Full-Time | $120,000–$130,000/year (based on experience)
Right Person. Right Seat. Right Results.

EqualAccess is partnering with a well-established and growth-oriented real estate management organization supporting a broad portfolio across finance, operations, and technology. The organization is committed to operational integrity, regulatory compliance, strong internal systems, and a high level of service to its residents, partners, and stakeholders.

We are seeking a Director of Real Estate Operations to lead and strengthen the company’s operational, financial, and systems infrastructure. This individual will oversee finance operations, administrative functions, vendor management, office facilities, and technology systems.

Reporting directly to senior leadership, this role ensures that processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals. The Director will collaborate across teams to improve efficiencies, manage reporting, streamline workflows, and maintain accurate financial and operational controls.

• Oversee daily financial operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow, and owner payment collections.

• Prepare weekly and monthly reporting packages, including P&L analysis, forecasting, and variance reports.

• Partner with leadership and external accounting teams on quarterly filings, audits, and annual financial activities.

• Implement and maintain strong financial controls, compliance procedures, and accounting policies.

• Evaluate and negotiate vendor contracts to identify opportunities for savings and operational improvement.

• Manage office operations, workplace logistics, equipment, supplies, and administrative workflows.

• Oversee property-level operations systems to ensure consistent standards across the portfolio.

• Supervise administrative and operational staff, providing structure, oversight, and accountability.

• Ensure compliance with real estate regulatory requirements, insurance policies, and licensing obligations.

• Develop and refine company-wide SOPs, workflows, and operational best practices.

• Oversee internal technology tools, including property management platforms, accounting systems, and communication tools.

• Partner with leadership to evaluate and implement new systems that improve productivity and accuracy.

• Ensure cybersecurity measures, data integrity, and system access controls are consistently maintained.

• Support digital transformation initiatives such as reporting dashboards, system upgrades, and workflow automation.

• Partner with leadership to align operational and financial priorities with company objectives.

• Develop KPIs and standardized reporting across operations, finance, and administration.

• Lead cross-functional initiatives such as system migrations, compliance updates, financial reviews, and internal restructuring.

• Support continuous improvement efforts, identifying gaps and implementing sustainable solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

• 8–10 years of experience in operations, finance, or real estate management roles.

• Experience leading teams and managing organizational systems at scale.

• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.

• Proficiency with accounting, business intelligence, and property management software (e.g., QuickBooks, Yardi, Excel).

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead cross-functional projects, and implement operational improvements.

Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $120,000–$130,000/year (based on experience)

EqualAccess partners with employers committed to excellence, accountability, and long-term team development. Every placement receives 6 months of post-hire coaching, operational support, and leadership development to ensure success and retention.