Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager – Corporate Office

Founded in 1975, CONAM Management operates in 10 states, across 26 key metropolitan markets, supporting over 60,000 apartment units of both affordable and conventional housing. Our growing team of over 1,700 associates is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the quality of life for our residents. At CONAM, we foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture where our associates thrive and are valued for their expertise and commitment.

We are seeking an Accounting Manager. This individual will be responsible for overseeing accounting operations, managing staff performance and compliance, supporting audits and reporting, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders, as well as driving process accuracy, training, and team collaboration. This position will be at our corporate location in San Diego, CA 92123.

This is a full-time position with full benefits. Pay range: $90,000 - $130,000 per year

Duties and Responsibilities

Accounting

• Review/sign checks and approve wire releases.
• Collaborate with auditors and manage special projects.
• Assist with budgets, daily batch updates, and check processing.
• Coordinate custom owner formats with programmers.
• Provide backup support for team members.

Staffing

• Recruit, interview, and retain qualified team members.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and CONAM policies.
• Oversee staff performance, conduct evaluations, and recommend compensation changes.
• Supervise daily operations to ensure accuracy in AP, AR, GL, and sub-ledgers.
• Resolve personnel issues and coordinate with HR as needed.
• Deliver training, lead staff meetings, and promote ongoing development.
• Support audits and ensure accuracy in management and owner reports.

Communication

• Respond to calls/emails within 24 hours, providing timelines for follow-up.
• Support internal/external customers and collaborate with team members to ensure accuracy and completion of projects.

Other Duties

• Perform additional tasks assigned.

Who You Are (Requirements of the Position)

• You have a minimum of 4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• You have experience property management w/multi-family and affordable housing preferred.
• You have a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• You have a professional proficiency in GAAP accounting standards.
• Organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• You have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact with residents, vendors, and team members professionally.
• You are proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• You have experience with Yardi, Boston Post, Real Page, or other affordable platform highly preferred.

Why You'll Love Working Here: CONAM Management Corporation is more than just a job — it's a career where you can grow and be recognized for your expertise in Property Management. We offer a competitive benefits package that make working at CONAM even more rewarding.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance and identity theft protection
• Paid sick and vacation time
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional perks: Service award days, floating holiday, early earned wage access and more

At CONAM, we pride ourselves on our culture of excellence and commitment to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.

Additional Information:

• This position is contingent upon passing a background check, employment verification, and drug screening.
• CONAM will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirement of the law.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.