Accounting Manager
Avenue5 is growing, and we are in search of an accounting manager to join our dynamic team of Fivers!
We are a vibrant third-party multifamily property management firm with locations across the United States. We are proud of our vibrant, inclusive, make-it-happen culture, where we :
- Listen to our associates, recognize them, and give them room to grow
- Invest in our associates to help them become the best version of themselves
- Approach every important decision with our associates in mind
- Celebrate our associates' successes and encourage them to raise the bar even higher
Summary of responsibilities
The accounting manager is responsible for the management of the property accounting for numerous properties including, collaborating with property managers and regional managers to ensure accurate, timely, and complete property execution from a financial standpoint.
Primary responsibilities and objectives
Analyze / review financial information, reconcile bank accounts and financial statements, prepare journal entries, and assist with budgetsDrive the month-end close and year-end close process including the preparation of financial reporting packages, variance analysis, executive summaries, budgets, bank reconciliations, and journal entriesDevelop, implement, and maintain accounting controls, policies, and practices to enhance the workflow of the department and to ensure adherence to the standards and procedures set forthLiaise, coordinate, and prepare documentation for the FYE financial auditCollaborate with property managers and regional managers to ensure timely and accurate pre-close activities are recordedResponsible for recruiting, interviewing, associate development corrective feedback, and hiringProactively follow up with clients regarding property profitability and address client inquiries in a timely mannerEnsure all debt / funding / financial statement deadlines are metPerform other tasks as required when directedEducation and experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is requiredCPA license is preferredThree to five years of experience in an accounting role requiredThree to five years of property management experience preferredDirect management experience is requiredPrior experience in Yardi Voyager or other equivalent systems is a plusKnowledge of GAAP in the multi-family property management industry is preferredSkills and requirements
Advanced level knowledge of MS Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel (including Excel functions)Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsCreates a climate in which associates want to do their best by leading and communicating a shared vision with associates and providing coaching and developmentRequired to complete and successfully pass the Avenue5 Fair Housing and Preventing Discrimination and Harassment training and other courses, if assignedScheduling
Required to maintain a regular schedule which may require working overtime, weekends, and non-traditional holidaysHybrid schedule in officeEnvironment
Exposure to environment typically found in an office buildingPhysical requirements
Avenue5 will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. These functions include, but are not limited to :Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 25 poundsMust be able to observe and detect signs of emergency through visual and / or auditory cuesMust be able to remain stationary move around, reach, and position oneself as needed for extended periods of timeAbility to perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels, including the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in soundVisual requirements including color, depth perception, and field visionAbility to compare, copy, coordinate, synthesize, negotiate, communicate, and instructAbility to tolerate stressful situationsAbility to work under minimal to moderate supervisionThis job description is not an all-inclusive list of functions and tasks. Over the length of employment, these functions and tasks may change.
Diversity
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere : Avenue5 is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.