Accounting Director

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Title: Director of Accounting

Location: Walnut Creek

Oversee financial operations ensuring accurate financial reporting and implement effective financial strategies; work collaboratively with operations, asset management, business intelligence and other company departments. Owns and takes responsibility for all aspects of the accounting enterprise and fully supports all facets of the company operations. Applies expertise in forecasting, cash flow management, accounts payable and receivable, and account reconciliation. Assist in establishing policies, programs and practices to ensure the companys continuous sound financial structure. Oversee and manage accounting department staff and other resources.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee and manage daily accounting operations including accounts payable and receivable, cash receipts, general ledger, budgeting, cash forecasting, revenue and expenditure variance analysis, capital assets reconciliations.
• Perform complex projects designed to improve financial reporting and analysis or enhance operational efficiencies; develop procedures to ensure processes are performed efficiently, clear audit trails are maintained, and proper internal controls are in place; ensure compliance with GAAP principles. Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles.
• Lead a team of Property Accountants and other resources in the performance of monthly financial analysis for each property; prepare accurate monthly financial reports and daily reconciliations.
• Guide and direct the actions of an Accounts Payable team, ensuring timeline and milestones are achieved, efficiencies are maintained, and vendors partners are properly managed.
• Monitor and analyze accounting data; meet financial accounting objectives.
• Manage the preparation of all owner distributions (monthly, semi-monthly, quarterly, and annually).
• Oversee filing of quarterly sales tax, quarterly lending report, personal property taxes and secured property taxes.
• Establish and maintain fiscal files and records to document transactions.
• Develop and maintain internal control and effective accounting system and policies for the set-up of new clients.
• Review and sign off on completed reporting packages, supporting workpapers, reconciliations, etc.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure the unique terms of each management agreement are appropriately reflected in financial reporting. Assist Asset Management team with budgets and financial reporting.
• Develop, motivate and assist accounting staff, and identify training needs, track performance, coach, prepare year-end or quarterly performance reviews.
• Prepare and present periodic financial exhibits and strategies to leadership to help guide executive decision making.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.
  
  

Competencies To perform this job successfully, the individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Job Knowledge : competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; pursues training and development opportunities; requires minimal supervision; uses resources effectively.
• Problem Solving : Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions.
• Project Management: Develop project plans; coordinate projects; communicates changes and progress; complete projects on time and budget; manage project team activities.
• Use of Technology: Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technical problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.
• Managing Customer Focus: Promote customer focus; establishes customer service standards; provides training in customer service delivery; monitors customer satisfaction; develop new approaches to meeting customer needs.
• Communication: Expresses ideas and thoughts effectively in oral and written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension skills; listens to all points of view with an open mind; solicits suggestions and opinions of others; creates a comfortable climate for airing concerns; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Leadership: Exhibits confidence is self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others. Can be trusted with confidential information; is honest in dealing with others; demonstrates high ethical standards.
• Quality/Quantity: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly
• Business Acumen: Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability, demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
• Diversity: Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics: Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values. Upholds a high standard of fairness and ethics in everyday words and actions.
• Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Is patient, helpful effective collaborator.
• Innovation: Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others attention.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
  
  

Qualifications, Education and Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience : Bachelors degree, and a minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting analysis and reporting, preferably in property management/real-estate, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets, Yardi or related accounting software. Experience working directly with clients and the ability to confidently discuss cash flows, bad debt, and other operational and financial metrics. Possess an in-depth knowledge of accounting methods (cash accruals, tax laws and GAAP); strong understanding of fund structures, investment strategies, and financial markets. Proven leadership and relationship-building skills, ability to engage, motivate and influence accounting department staff and other stakeholders. Flexible self-starter and the ability to multitask, and work within an ambiguous, fast-paced environment while driving toward solutions.

An avid traveler, Dana is always eager to discover new cities and cultures. She also loves playing tennis and exploring the wilds of Southern California.

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