SOX Manager

About The Company Built on a foundation of integrity, respect, and commitment, JPI is one of the most active real estate developers and builders in the nation. With over 35 years of experience, JPI designs and develops communities with best‑in‑class homes and amenities, driven by data and continuous improvement. Job Summary JPI is seeking a SOX Manager – Real Estate to join our Dallas, Texas team. The role is responsible for designing, executing, and continuously improving the Company’s SOX compliance program, focusing on real estate development, construction, joint ventures, property operations, and treasury activities. The manager partners closely with Accounting, Development, Treasury, Asset Management, and IT to ensure effective internal controls over financial reporting across project‑level entities, complex ownership structures, and transaction‑heavy processes. Essential Functions & Responsibilities SOX Program Ownership (Real Estate Focus) Own the annual SOX compliance program for a real estate platform with multiple legal entities, SPEs, and joint ventures. Lead SOX planning, risk assessment, scoping, and execution. Act as primary liaison with external auditors on SOX and ICFR matters. Balance SOX compliance with operational practicality in a fast‑moving, deal‑driven environment. Real Estate–Specific Process Coverage Development & Construction Accounting Oversee SOX controls related to construction and development revenue recognition (ASC 606), cost certification and job cost allocations, capitalized interest (ASC 835‑20), project budget changes, and forecast‑to‑complete controls. Joint Ventures & Ownership Accounting Controls over equity method accounting (ASC 323), JV eliminations and roll‑ups, partner distributions and waterfall calculations, minority interest and promote allocations, intercompany and related‑party transactions. Treasury & Cash Management Coverage for construction draw processes and lender reporting, bank account setup and closeout for project entities, cash disbursements, vendor master data updates, debt compliance, interest accruals, and covenant tracking. Corporate Accounting, AP & Financial Reporting Lead SOX controls across corporate‑level accounting and close processes, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close procedures, journal entry preparation and approval, account reconciliations, and variance analysis. Oversee SOX coverage for accounts payable: invoice processing and three‑way matching, vendor setup and maintenance, payment approvals, segregation of duties, accruals, and cutoff controls. Oversee financial reporting controls: consolidation and roll‑forward processes, financial statement preparation, disclosure support schedules, and audit support. Controls over key spreadsheets and reports used in external reporting. Control Design and Testing Design and maintain SOX documentation tailored to real estate processes: process narratives, risk & control matrices, flowcharts, and control evidence standards. Lead walkthroughs and testing of key controls, including management review controls, manual and automated controls. Evaluate control design and operating effectiveness in accordance with COSO. Deficiency Management & Remediation Identify and evaluate control deficiencies, assess severity, and partner with Accounting, Treasury, and Operations to design practical remediation plans. Track remediation progress and perform retesting; proactively identify systemic or recurring issues across projects. ITGCs & Systems (Real Estate ERP) Oversee SOX IT General Controls for ERP systems such as Workday, Yardi, ProCore, and GCPay. Coordinate SOX considerations for system implementations, upgrades, and new modules. Promote increased reliance on automated and system‑based controls. Process Improvement & Scalability Identify opportunities to standardize controls, reduce manual spreadsheet‑driven controls, and improve close timelines and audit efficiency. Support control rationalization as the portfolio grows or changes. Stakeholder & People Management Serve as a trusted SOX advisor to development, construction, accounting, and treasury leadership. Train control owners on SOX expectations and evidence standards. Manage and/or coordinate co‑sourced SOX providers or internal staff. Education, Work Experience, & Physical Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 6–10+ years of experience in SOX, internal audit, accounting, or external audit, with hands‑on experience in real‑estate accounting and controls, including development and joint ventures. Strong understanding of SOX, ICFR, and the COSO framework; experience working directly with external auditors; proven experience in an executive support role or similar position. Excellent organizational and leadership skills; strong interpersonal and communication abilities; proficiency in business software and tools (MS Office, project management applications). Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Preferred qualifications: CPA or CIA; Big4 or national firm audit experience in real estate; experience with multi‑entity, project‑based accounting structures; ERP experience in real‑estate environments (Workday, Yardi, etc.); experience supporting IPO‑ready or recently public real‑estate platforms. Benefits Competitive bonus program 4‑week PTO for all new associates (pro‑rated by hire date) 11 holidays and 8 early release days Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) with company match (up to 5%) Health Savings Account and flexible spending accounts (dependent & medical reimbursement) Paid parental leave, paid volunteer time, tuition assistance, phone reimbursement, associate referral bonuses Competitive salary and benefits package #J-18808-Ljbffr