Property Accounting Assistant Controller

Description

We are Valiant Residential

We are bold and resolute in our dedication to providing the best in next-generation property management. As a company founded by former property owners and asset managers, we are uniquely attuned to the needs of property owners and residents. We have invested more than 37 years in developing a premier platform for the clients we serve. Whether starting from the acquisition stage or transitioning into a management change through the investment lifecycle, we have a strong track record of delivering long-term returns to our clients.

At Valiant Residential, we live by our mission to innovate property management by developing prosperous partnerships and cultivating compassionate people driven by a Valiant spirit.

We are seeking a  Property Accounting Assistant Controller. Who will be responsible for.......

A Property Accounting Assistant Controller provides high-level support to Corporate Controllers as they manage a company’s accounting and financial activities. Their duties include producing financial summary statements, forecasting a company’s financial health, and correcting inaccuracies in its financial records.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee and mentor current accounting staff, including hiring new staff as needed and providing ongoing training to ensure professional growth within the organization.
• Create and implement Accounting Standard Operating Procedures in collaboration with other department leaders.
• Oversee and perform onboarding/offboarding of property tasks
• Review current policies and processes for best practices and identify areas for improved efficiencies.
• Conduct staff annual performance reviews.
• Ensure monthly financial packages, replacement reserves, and construction draws are prepared in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with internal and external policies and procedures.
• Assist with client communications and requests as needed. 
• Coordinate accounting responsibilities in the annual budgeting process and year-end client tax. Packages, 1099 process, tax and insurance payments, and other necessary tasks.
• Work with Corporate accounting to ensure timely payment of fees and reimbursement of expenses.
• Track and communicate progress on critical tasks and initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Knowledge of accounting principles, laws/regulations, and GAAP
• 5 years of Property / Real Estate accounting experience
• Ability to manage multiple activities/projects concurrently and prioritize accordingly.
• Tech savvy – familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Yardi, digital workload management, and comfortable learning new software programs
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel (XLOOKUPS, SUMIF, Pivot Tables, formulas, etc.)
• Communication skills to effectively work with clients and colleagues.
• Positive attitude and open to feedback necessary for continued growth and development
• An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers and problem-solving.
• Intellectually curious, self-starter who is not afraid to seek out projects independently.
• Must have the ability to maintain the utmost level of confidentiality.

Preferred but not required.

• Experience upgrading/implementing financial, ERP, and other business systems.
• Yardi Voyageur Experience
• 2 years of experience managing a team.

Consistently ranked as a “Top Places to Work” by the Oklahoman, Houston Chronicle, and Dallas Morning News, Valiant Residential is proud to be a key player in the property management industry. In addition to exciting opportunities for growth and development, we pride ourselves on providing outstanding benefits and time off.

Benefits:

• 3 Medical Plans to choose from (1 plan is free to team members)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance (free to team members)
• Voluntary Life Insurance and Ancillary plans for purchase
• 401k plan with Company match

Time Off:

• PTO (personal time off)
• Sick Time
• Floating Holidays (2 per year)
• Your Birthday off with pay