Manager – SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting

Who We Are

Core Spaces (Core) is more than a real estate company; it’s a people company. Where building relationships is just as important as building properties. From researchers and architects to designers and operators, Core is made up of risk takers and dreamers who are on a mission to invent the future of living. Our six cultural values guide us every day and we strive to live them in everything we do: PUSH (Invent Better Places to Live), GRIT (We Got This), LIFT (Help Each Other Win), SHINE (Bring Your Full Self), UPHOLD (Never Break Trust), GROW (Always Get Better). Everything Core does stem from this culture of collaboration and innovation, and the drive to constantly improve the resident experience. This unique approach has led to creating spaces and services that are redefining the way people live.

What We Do

Founded in 2010, Core is a vertically integrated real estate investment manager focused on acquiring, developing and managing across the student housing and build-to-rent (“BTR”) sectors. Its residential communities feature world-class amenities, progressive design, and hospitality-driven service. Core’s student housing portfolio includes over 71,680 beds currently owned or managed, with a pipeline of over 54,000 beds in various stages of development. Core’s BTR division has over 3,000 homes under development, now leasing or in its pipeline in high-growth metros nationwide. For more information, visit www.corespaces.com.  

*Portfolio and pipeline numbers as of Q3 2026

Benefits That Matter

• A culture that provides you with a sense of belonging

• Competitive pay that values your contributions

• Incentives designed to reward your achievements

• Paid flexible PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones

• Paid 14+ holidays, including your birthday, to disconnect and celebrate

• Paid Parental Leave that begins after 90 days

• Paid volunteer time off to give back to your community

• Monthly workshop weeks; fewer meetings & more collaboration

• Robust health plan options that begin within at least 30 days of your employment

• Monthly phone reimbursement

• Wellness allowance and perks, including a yearly subscription to a meditation app

• An environment that provides you a voice to share your perspectives

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support services       

• Company retirement options including 401(k) + matching & Roth account option

Position Overview

Core’s SEC Reporting Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing and managing all aspects of Core’s SEC reporting. You will be responsible for leading the preparation of SEC filings for a non-traded REIT, ensuring accurate and complete disclosures in accordance with US GAAP and SEC requirements, maintaining and enhancing disclosure controls and processes in compliance with Core’s SOX framework and driving close-to-report transformation initiatives to support operational efficiency and business growth. This role will serve as the operational lead across disclosure presentation, cross-functional coordination and audit coordination. In addition to supporting the non-traded REIT, the SEC Reporting Manager will also provide technical accounting memos and conclusions to our non-SEC entities through research and analysis.

What You Will Do

SEC Reporting

• Manage the preparation, review and timely filing of Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, and related SEC submissions in compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to clarify and simplify technical rules and regulations to ensure accurate and complete data are provided to support key disclosures
• Draft and refine Management's Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) in collaboration with senior leadership, general counsel and accounting/finance teams
• Lead the quarterly close-to-filing reporting workflow, including coordination of internal controls
• Oversee XBRL/iXBRL tagging and reporting accuracy
• Continuously improve reporting processes, automation, and governance controls

Technical Accounting

• Maintain and update reporting policies, ensuring appropriate interpretation, communication and implementation of standards and disclosure requirements
• Monitor and provide analysis on changing or new FASB or SEC disclosure rules that may impact future financial reporting and share with accounting/finance leadership teams
• Partner with Accounting teams on ad-hoc projects to develop comprehensive impact assessments related to accounting policies, processes and controls for both public and non-public reporting entities

Audit / controls

• Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting and support audit activities, including coordination of quarterly reviews and annual audits
• Interface directly with external auditors on review and filing comments

• Occasional travel may be necessary as needed 

• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management 

• Must be able to complete all physical requirements of this role with or without a reasonable accommodation 

Ideally, You'll Have

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting; CPA is preferred
• 6-9 years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or SEC reporting
• Demonstrated ownership of full-cycle SEC filings (10-Q and 10-K experience is essential)
• A deep, working knowledge of US GAAP and SEC disclosure regulations
• Strong technical writing capabilities (MD&A drafting experience preferred)

You'll crush it if you have experience with

• Big 4 public accounting
• Strong technical writing capabilities (MD&A drafting experience preferred)
• Coordinating external audit review process
• Non‑listed REITs that establish a NAV or strike a periodic share price.
• Workflows with an external fund administrator and transfer agent
• SEC reporting software (can assist with evaluating and selecting the best solution for filings)
• A demonstrated ability to apply strong attention to detail, analytical rigor, and strategic judgment while performing effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven ability to build effective partnerships across all levels of the organization.

Organizational Structure
Reports to: Vice President, Corporate Controller
Direct Reports: Manager, Associate, Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

Disclaimer

Please note that job responsibilities, reporting lines, and duties outlined in this job description are subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the organization.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Core Spaces celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, which creates a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are and the community they represent.

Pay Range

USD $135,000.00 - USD $155,000.00 /Yr.
Additional Compensation

Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, typically up to 15% of base salary annually, depending on individual and organizational performance.
Compensation Disclosure

The compensation range listed reflects the base salary or hourly rate that we reasonably and in good faith expect to offer for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, seniority, geographic location, and business needs.

This role may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, including bonuses, commissions, stipends, or non-cash incentives, depending on position and performance. Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other role-based offerings, subject to eligibility requirements.

All compensation components are subject to change based on business needs or market conditions.