What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at Associa?
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Job Description
The Accounting Manager of Integrations & Corporate Departments is responsible for the monthly close of the corporate headquarter departments, allocations to operating branches and integrating acquisitions into our ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics 365). It is a hands-on role that also leads and manages a current team of two accountants (one degreed and one non-degreed). The manager is responsible for hiring, training, and coaching subordinates, as well as enforcing corporate company policies, rules, and procedures.
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Knowledge & Skills:
Job Description
The Accounting Manager of Integrations & Corporate Departments is responsible for the monthly close of the corporate headquarter departments, allocations to operating branches and integrating acquisitions into our ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics 365). It is a hands-on role that also leads and manages a current team of two accountants (one degreed and one non-degreed). The manager is responsible for hiring, training, and coaching subordinates, as well as enforcing corporate company policies, rules, and procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and present timely and accurate financial updates to senior management
- Prepare and oversee the monthly close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial information in accordance with US GAAP
- Prepare and oversee the proper reconciliation of general ledger accounts, including the resolution of issues/outstanding items
- Prepare and oversee the preparation of recurring and ad-hoc analyses
- Oversee the monthly close process of the lease accounting software (another department is responsible for entering leases into the lease software)
- Prepare and oversee the timely completion of information requests from external auditors
- Lead and manage the integration team responsible for bringing new entities into the accounting system.
- Train and mentor integration team members to ensure effective communication and high-quality work
- Hire, develop, retain, train, mentor and direct high-performing team members in a manner that promotes trust and collaboration
- Demonstrate leadership and management in a manner that positively motivates and supports company values, policies and ethical procedures
- Develop, implement and improve internal controls, policies and procedures
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamic 365, LeaseAccelerator and OneStream a plus
- Strong Experience in Balance Sheet reconciliation review and implementation
- Experience with accounting integrations and system conversions a plus
- Strong professional communication skills (phone, interpersonal, written, verbal, etc.)
- Highly motivated, proactive, detail oriented and a team player that works well in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills to effectively work with diverse teams and stakeholders
- Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
- Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to think critically in fast-paced environments
- Able to clearly communicate difficult accounting issues
- Confidentiality and discretion in the performance of all duties and responsibilities
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance required
- Masters Degree preferred
- At least 6 years of accounting experience
- At least 3 years of Management and/or Supervisory experience preferred
- CPA preferred