--- title: 'Senior Fund Accountant at Avanath' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-fund-accountant-avanath-irvine-akn5w8s3pac9' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-27' --- # Senior Fund Accountant at Avanath - **Company:** Avanath - **Location:** Irvine, CA - **Compensation:** $100k–$112k - **Posted:** 2026-09-28 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-27 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/communitymanager/jobs/5250633007 ## Job description ## Overview Avanath Capital Management is a residential real estate investment company seeking an intelligent self-starter who is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and will be a valuable addition to the team. The Senior Fund Accountant position is a high-growth position that will be responsible for various phases of accounting and financial reporting under the direction of the Fund Controller. ## The Role At Avanath, we believe that great things happen when talent and opportunity cross paths. We empower our employees to be successful by promoting diversity and teamwork within a positive, rewarding atmosphere. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Fund Accountant to manage fund accounting activities, including bank and asset reconciliations, preparation and analysis of financial statements and investor reports, execution of capital calls and distributions, and waterfall calculations. The role also involves monitoring cash, supporting audits and tax preparation, liaising with internal and external parties to meet deadlines, assisting with treasury functions, and providing ad hoc analyses and reporting. ## Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field. - 2-5 years of previous financial analysis experience. - Understanding of GAAP and tax accounting relating to commercial real estate (preferred) - CPA (preferred) - Knowledge of financial return metrics such as IRR, MOIC, cash-on-cash yields, etc. - Proficient with Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, & PowerPoint. - Experience with Yardi, CoStar, or comparable software (preferred). - Strong interpersonal skills as well as strong verbal and written communication skills required. - Ability to interact effectively with senior executives, business vendors, community partners, and investor contacts as needed. - Ability to work well under time and other constraints. ## Key Accountabilities - Fund Accounting & Reconciliations – Perform accurate bank, asset, and liability reconciliations to ensure the integrity of financial data. - Financial Reporting – Prepare, review, and analyze quarterly and annual financial statements and supporting schedules. - Investor Reporting – Generate and review analytics for investor reports, ensuring timely and accurate communication. - Capital Management – Execute investor capital calls, distributions, and monitor cash in accordance with fund and property requirements. - Waterfall & Fee Calculations – Run and validate waterfall calculations in line with fund documentation. - Audit & Tax Support – Assist external auditors and tax teams during year-end fund audits and tax preparation. - Stakeholder Collaboration & Ad Hoc Support – Liaise with internal and external parties to meet deadlines, ensure compliance, and provide additional analyses or reporting as needed. Physical Demands & Working Conditions - The incumbent in this position is classified as essential staff and is expected to report to work and adhere to all safety and business protocols. - This position is based out of our Irvine office. - Frequent sitting and walking. - Occasional travel to other business offices and events via airline, trains, and automobiles - Repetitive use of the computer, keyboard, mouse, and phone - Reading, comprehending, writing, performing calculations, and communicating verbally. - May work in an elevated site, may walk on uneven ground. - Occasional squatting, bending neck/waist, twisting neck/waist, pushing, and pulling. How Avanath Supports You We know that our teams are the heart of our success and growth, and we are committed to showing our appreciation. We offer: - Culture Built on Purpose and Core Values - a Commitment to Integrity, a Spirit of Caring, and a Focus on Continuous Improvement. - Comprehensive Benefits – health, dental & vision, 401(k), personal time off, paid holidays and more! - Growth is based on achievement and an emphasis on promoting from within our ranks versus just external candidates. - Development – a commitment to creating opportunities to learn and expand your knowledge in the industry, from online training platforms to training classes to one-on-one coaching. Diversity & Inclusion Avanath Capital is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have, and Diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”) are at the very core of Avanath’s operating and investment philosophy. We believe that bringing together people with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, talents, and experiences at all levels of our organization, including the executive team, enables us to proactively and creatively achieve our mission to enable opportunities for hard-working American families. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of our culture, our reputation, and our achievements. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. Our organization’s diversity initiatives include—but are not limited to—our practices and policies on recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; and the ongoing development of a work environment built on the premise of gender and diversity equity that encourages and enforces: - Respectful communication and cooperation between all employees. - Teamwork and employee participation, permitting the representation of all groups and employee perspectives. - Work/life balance through flexible work schedules to accommodate employees’ varying needs. - Employer and employee contributions to the communities we serve to promote a greater understanding and respect for diversity. ## Compensation Range ## Compensation Range $100,000—$112,000 USD ## About Avanath ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Avanath Capital Management is a private real estate investment manager that acquires, renovates, and operates affordable, workforce, and value-oriented apartment communities across the United States. - **Entity Type**: Private (SEC Registered Investment Advisor) - **Headquarters**: Irvine, California, United States - **Founded**: 2007 - **Founders**: Daryl J. Carter (Founder, Chairman & CEO), John R. Williams (CIO, COO & President), and a core team that included Jun Sakumoto, Ellen Guccione, Ben Finley, Tonya Barnes, and Kim Canada. ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Real Estate (Multifamily) – Affordable Housing, Workforce Housing, Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) - **Target customers**: B2B (institutional investors domestically and internationally) and B2C (residents earning $30,000–$80,000 annually) - **Mission or purpose statement**: “To provide hard working families higher quality, well maintained, and safe value rental housing – a base for their pursuit of the American Dream.” ## Products & Services - **Acquisition & Development**: Acquisitions of existing properties and new development through Avanath Investment & Development (AvID) – a division launched in 2024 to focus on development in core cities. - **Property Management & Operations**: Full-service management of multifamily communities with on-site services, amenities, and resident programs (financial education, healthcare resources, after-school activities). - **Resident Services Platform**: Tailored resident experience programs, including a partnership with Vessel Technologies to integrate a proprietary operating system (vOS) that monitors energy, water, and hardware systems, allowing residents to track their utility usage. - **Institutional Investment Management**: SEC-registered advisory services for institutional investors seeking risk-adjusted returns through current income and long-term capital appreciation. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of $16.5 million (2025 estimate from LinkedIn) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Institutional investors (pension funds, endowments, etc.) – not individually named; strategic partnership with Vessel Technologies, Inc. for modular housing development. - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount: 144 employees, +13.6% YoY (2026) - Active job postings: 106 (+783% YoY, +112% quarterly) - Launched new development division (AvID) in 2024 - Partnership with Vessel to develop energy-efficient, modular affordable housing - Portfolio of over 15,000 units across the U.S. ## Competitive Advantages - **Niche focus**: Deep expertise in the underserved affordable/workforce housing segment (families at 40%–120% of area median income), a market with high demand and limited institutional capital. - **Integrated operations**: In-house acquisition, renovation, property management, and development capabilities allow for value-add strategies and efficient operations. - **ESG leadership**: Commitment to environmental sustainability (e.g., vOS energy monitoring, reduced carbon output) and social governance (diversity training, resident programs). - **Proprietary technology**: Use of vOS (in partnership with Vessel) to enhance resident engagement and operational efficiency. - **Great Place to Work Certified™**: 87% of employees rated Avanath a great place to work (2024), 30 points above the national average. ## Strategic Focus - **Expansion through development**: AvID aims to build new affordable and workforce housing in high-cost cities, leveraging modular construction from Vessel to reduce costs and construction time. - **Scaling the portfolio**: Continue to acquire properties in major metropolitan and suburban markets, targeting communities that serve residents earning $30,000–$80,000. - **Technology and sustainability**: Broaden adoption of vOS and other smart-building technologies to improve resident experience and reduce utility costs. - **Talent development**: Invest in employee training through Avanath Academy (180+ online modules) and formal performance management to support growth. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Recognized as a Great Place to Work (2024). Employees report high satisfaction (87%) and value a purpose-driven culture focused on integrity, caring, and continuous improvement. - **Diversity & Inclusion**: Employee Resource Groups (Women in Leadership & Allies, BIPOC & Allies, Developing Professionals Book Club), unconscious bias training, and annual diversity tracking. - **Work Environment**: Hybrid/office policy not explicitly stated; headquarters in Irvine, CA, with over 100 locations across the U.S. Most roles are tied to property management (on-site), but corporate roles (finance, HR, investments) are likely based in Irvine. - **Benefits**: Competitive compensation, health/dental/vision, 401(k), parental leave, paid time off, holidays; extensive onboarding and ongoing development opportunities. - **Growth**: High headcount growth (+13.6% YoY) and many open positions (106) indicate strong career advancement potential. ## Sources 1. [avanath.com](https://www.avanath.com/about/overview/) – Company overview and mission 2. [avanath.com](https://www.avanath.com/careers/) – Careers page, culture, and Great Place to Work certification 3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/avanath-capital-management) – LinkedIn company profile (employees, revenue, growth, job postings) 4. [indeed.com](https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Avanath-Capital,-LLC/about) – Indeed company page (history, mission, employee development) 5. [avanath.com](https://www.avanath.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Avanath_Newsletter_FallIssue_10.1.24.pdf) – Avanath newsletter (Vessel partnership, AvID launch, Great Place to Work certification) ## Other roles at Avanath - [Maintenance Apprentice](https://feeny.ai/job/maintenance-apprentice-avanath-escondido-fwpaxrzcte4k) — Escondido, CA - [Leasing Specialist - Northpointe](https://feeny.ai/job/leasing-specialist-northpointe-avanath-long-beach-gwh8abrfznm0) — Long Beach, CA - [Community Manager - Portland](https://feeny.ai/job/community-manager-portland-avanath-portland-e6qv19nnkf9q) — Portland, OR - [Community Manager - Skyline](https://feeny.ai/job/community-manager-skyline-avanath-spring-valley-g1z1far9vtst) — Spring Valley, CA - [Compliance Auditor](https://feeny.ai/job/compliance-auditor-avanath-portland-b3t2htb82as5) — Portland, OR - [Compliance Auditor](https://feeny.ai/job/compliance-auditor-avanath-san-francisco-8zax2smzhr08) — San Francisco, CA - [Leasing Specialist](https://feeny.ai/job/leasing-specialist-avanath-san-francisco-ak5vznz8w6h5) — San Francisco, CA - [Maintenance Supervisor- Acclaim at South Congress - Blunn Creek](https://feeny.ai/job/maintenance-supervisor-acclaim-at-south-congress-blunn-creek-avanath-austin-4hjwkgrfrjpd) — Austin, TX - [Leasing Specialist](https://feeny.ai/job/leasing-specialist-avanath-portland-cdmy5sh9sanc) — Portland, OR - [Senior Leasing Specialist](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-leasing-specialist-avanath-washington-4rf04kejafhf) — Washington, DC