We are seeking an experienced Group Leader in Property Accounting to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned finance and accounting professional who can effectively guide a team of accountants, coordinate financial statements for a group of clients, and ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) . This role involves managing daily operations, interacting with clients and auditors, and driving a culture of accuracy and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Management : Manage a team of accountants, ensuring adherence to daily activities and supervising the review of rent rolls, bank reconciliations, and monthly operating results. Facilitate hiring and conduct annual performance reviews.
- Client and Financial Reporting : Ensure the timely delivery of financial statements according to client agreements. Conduct regular interactions and discussions with clients regarding the financial performance of their properties.
- Quality and Accuracy : Take responsibility for the accuracy of financial statements prepared by the team. Review CAM reconciliation , management fee calculations, accruals, current liabilities, and aging reports ( AR, AP & BRS ).
- Process Improvement : Coordinate with the Controller, CFO, and other Assistant Controllers to establish and implement departmental goals and policies. Provide recommendations for procedural improvements and support financial audit requests.
- Budgeting and Reporting : Coordinate with the operational team to prepare and approve financial budgets. Generate reports for review and analysis, such as variance analysis, balance sheets, and P&L.
- Team Efficiency : Manage team efficiency and provide staffing recommendations to meet expected performance metrics.
Skills and Qualifications
Skills :Deep understanding of financial concepts as applicable in the US commercial landscape .Proven organizational skills, with a strong ability to multitask and a keen attention to detail.Excellent critical reasoning, analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.Experience with ERPs such as Yardi, Entrata, and Real Page .Proficient with MS Office, PowerPoint, and Visio .Familiarity with JIRA, Macros, and Power BI is a plus.Qualifications :Bachelor's or higher degree in Accounting.M.Com, MBA (Finance & Accounting), or CPA preferred.Familiarity with multi-family, student housing, and affordable housing property management and accounting is a plus.Skills Required
property accounting, Accounts Payable & Receivable, Financial Reporting, Quality Assurance, Erp System, Finance And Accounting