What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at MGR?
Full-time Accounting Manager
Seeking a skilled and experienced Accounting Manager to join our team and oversee financial operations.
Job Overview
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Manager with extensive experience in real estate/construction accounting and multiple entity management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis, as well as expertise in managing the accounting functions for various property types and legal entities.
Key Responsibilities:
Hands on role, will handle all aspects of the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting for multiple entities
- Ensure accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP and industry standards
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple entities, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
- Coordinate and oversee the annual audit process, working closely with external auditors to ensure smooth and timely completion
- Manage the budgeting and forecasting process for all properties and entities, including the preparation of annual budgets and regular variance analysis
- Oversee property-level accounting, including rent collection, CAM reconciliations, and tenant billing
- Monitor and analyze key financial metrics and performance indicators for each property and entity
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of accounts payable, including vendor payments and expense allocations across multiple entities
- Manage cash flow and treasury functions, including bank reconciliations, cash forecasting, and investment of excess funds
- Oversee the preparation and filing of all required sales tax, and property tax
- Implement and maintain accounting software systems, ensuring proper setup and integration for multiple entities
- Develop and maintain relationships with banks, auditors, tax advisors, and other financial partners
- Provide financial analysis and support for acquisitions, dispositions, and refinancing activities
- Prepare and present financial reports and recommendations to senior management and investors
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum of 7 years of accounting experience, with at least 5 years in real estate accounting
- Extensive knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting principles
- Proven experience managing multiple legal entities and complex organizational structures
- Strong proficiency in accounting software, preferably Yardi Voyager or MRI
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, vlookups, and financial modeling
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills