Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager is responsible for assisting with key accounting functions and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. The Accounting Manager provides supervisory support and serves as a mentor to support professional development. Education and/or Experience A bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university is required. Minimum of five (5) or more years of experience in accounting encompassing similar duties. Public accounting firm experience and CPA license strongly preferred. Trust experience and/or real estate experience is a plus. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: Solid understanding and knowledge of GAAP principles and procedures. Experience in maintaining a ledger and preparing financial statements. Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and explain unusual activity in financial records. Ability to leverage technology to perform job functions at the highest level. This includes proficiency in Microsoft Word with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Capabilities in other software such as Sage Intacct, AvidXchange, and SAP Concur software are a plus. Self‐initiative with the ability to work independently on multiple tasks with minimal oversight and adequate time management skills, enabling adherence to deadlines. Ability to improve efficiency and effectiveness of existing processes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with employees, clients, consultants, and partners with poise and diplomacy. Excellent attention to detail and ability to produce high‐quality, accurate work in a deadline-driven environment. Highest degree of personal integrity, judgment, and professional ethics. Ability to maintain confidential and/or proprietary information. Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor. High degree of accountability in a hybrid work environment, including effective communication with team members. Consistent dependability in terms of attendance and promptness. Duties and Responsibilities Review monthly accounting entries including but not limited to payroll, accruals, prepaid amortization, capitalization, etc. Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities. Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements, including management discussion notes. Analyze financial results and investigate variances, ensuring notable issues are well documented and addressed in a timely and appropriate manner. Review third‑party financial statements of investment properties, providing valuable and meaningful insight, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment has been consistently maintained. Work closely with accounting personnel to determine adequate accounting estimates for non‑routine accounting transactions. Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring account balances are well documented, and open items are researched and cleared in a timely manner. Review monthly financial analytics, including actuals to budget. Independently engage in research and resolution of errors. Identity opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls. Assist in the annual budgeting process, including, but not limited to the following: Preparing templates and other supporting information to department heads to assist in their preparation of assigned budget areas Reviewing budgets drafted by department heads, effectively communicating proposed changes or other edits performing analysis over previous year budget‑to‑actuals and communication with external department leadership. Support external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests. Supervisory Responsibilities This position includes sharing supervisory responsibilities for one or more direct reports. #J-18808-Ljbffr