What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at RELAY RESOURCES?
Relay Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture and believes each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to adjust the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.
Disabled people / people with disabilities and neurodivergent people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Relay Core Competencies
- Focus on Strengths
- Prioritize Informed Action
- Communicate Clearly
- Champion Disability Inclusion
- Build Supportive Relationships
The Accounting Manager is responsible for supporting general ledger accounting, period-end closing, and financial reporting, and overseeing the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions for Relay Resources and its subsidiaries. This role supports the Assistant Controller and provides technical accounting guidance, team support, and process improvement to strengthen the Accounting function. Ideal candidates will have experience in affordable housing and/or property management and a working knowledge of NetSuite and Yardi.
1. Accounting Oversight & Close Process – 25%
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, including journal entry preparation and account reconciliations.
- Maintain schedules for key accounts, including prepaids and accruals.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial data entry and compliance with GAAP.
2. Accounts Payable & Receivable Management – 20%
- Supervise day-to-day A/P and A/R operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Provide guidance to staff handling vendor payments, invoicing, collections, and customer billing.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and support process improvement initiatives.
3. Fixed Assets and Leases – 15%
· Manage capitalization, depreciation, and disposals in accordance with company policy
· Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset subledger.
- Ensure that lease accounting schedules adhere to ASC 842 standards
4. Financial Reporting & Analysis –10%
- Support the preparation of monthly internal financial reports and dashboards.
- Assist in budget variance analysis and reporting to department leads.
- Contribute to the development of financial KPIs and process metrics.
- Assist in preparing consolidated financial statements.
- Work with the assistant controller on ad-hoc reporting, projects, and analysis
5. Affordable Housing & Property Management Accounting – 10%
- Manage property-specific accounting and reporting requirements.
- Ensure accurate handling of HUD, Section 8, LIHTC, and regulatory reporting obligations.
- Leverage Yardi system for property management accounting and reporting.
6. Audit & Compliance Support – 10%
- Support annual financial audit and Form 990 preparation,
- Prepare PBC audit schedules and respond to auditor inquiries.
- Help ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and audit requirements.
7. Process Improvement & Team Support – 10%
- Partner with Assistant Controller to enhance accounting procedures, workflows, and documentation.
- Support NetSuite ERP system optimization and contribute to internal training efforts and transitions.
- Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and mentoring to accounting team members and foster cross-functional collaboration.