Staff Accountant
CFS
Towson, MD
Staff Accountant
About the Company
Our client is a highly respected, privately held real estate investment and management firm founded more than 40 years ago. Since its inception, the company has developed or acquired over 6 million square feet of commercial real estate throughout the mid-Atlantic region. They prioritize creating exceptional work environments for tenants while consistently delivering outstanding risk-adjusted returns to investors. The company maintains a collaborative, tight-knit culture with a legacy of longevity and commitment—team members often stay for decades.
Compensation & Benefits:
Base salary: $65,000 - $75,000 (maximum)
Full health insurance (high deductible plan with employer HSA contribution)
Unlimited PTO
3% 401(k) contribution (even if you don’t contribute)
Annual discretionary 3% draw after one year of service
Free parking with reserved spots
Why You’ll Love It Here:
Flexible hours: choose from 7am-4pm, 8am-5pm, or 9am-6pm schedules
Exceptional work-life balance; 40-hour work week with only occasional overtime during month-end and first quarter
A culture that genuinely supports family, kids’ games, and doctor appointments
Tight-knit team with outstanding tenure and opportunities for growth (long-term succession planning in place)
A stable, respected company with a proven track record of success
Position Overview
We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join a close-knit accounting team supporting approximately 14-15 properties. This position is on-site five days a week, with incredible flexibility to accommodate personal and family needs. Reporting to the Controller and working alongside the AP, AR/Leasing team, two accountants, and the VP of Finance, you’ll handle full-cycle accounting, support tax work papers, and help ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
What You’ll Do As the Staff Accountant:
Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close
Prepare and review financial reports, working closely with the Controller and other team members
Assist with tax work papers during first quarter and year-end processes
Support multiple entities (14+ properties) and ensure accurate recordkeeping across all
Collaborate with the AP/AR teams and leasing to maintain efficient financial operations
What We’re Looking Forin a Staff Accountant:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
1-2+ years of full-cycle accounting experience in any industry; real estate experience a plus
Experience working with multiple entities (preferred)
Self-starter with excellent attention to detail
Strong organizational and time management skills; able to meet deadlines
Excellent communication skills and team player
Solid computer skills; experience with Yardi and AVID a plus
Proficiency with MS Office Suite
MaxSalary: USD75000
MinSalary: USD65000
About the Company
CFS
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.