What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at Thompson Thrift?
Accounting Manager – Terre Haute, Indiana
Lead financial accuracy and accounting operations that support high-performing real estate development and construction projects.
Why Thompson Thrift?
Thompson Thrift is an integrated, full-service real estate company engaged in the development, construction, leasing, and management of high-quality multifamily communities nationwide. We’re committed to building exceptional places — and developing the people who make them possible.
At Thompson Thrift, You’ll Find
As an Accounting Manager, you will lead a team responsible for financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance across the organization. This role requires prior management experience and includes both hands-on accounting responsibilities and direct oversight of the Accounts Payable team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial data, supporting business decision-making, and maintaining adherence to accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
You will oversee the preparation, analysis, and review of financial information while driving process improvements, strengthening internal controls, and supporting both short- and long-term financial strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Education
The Accounting Manager plays a key role in maintaining the financial integrity of Thompson Thrift’s operations. By ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with financial standards, this position directly supports business performance, strategic decision-making, and long-term growth.
This is an opportunity to lead, influence, and grow within a dynamic, values-driven real estate organization focused on delivering exceptional multifamily communities nationwide.
Use of AI in Hiring
Thompson Thrift uses AI-assisted tools within our applicant tracking system to support parts of the recruiting process. These tools assist recruiters but do not make hiring decisions or independently determine candidate outcomes. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. If you have questions about our hiring process, please contact us at recruiting@thompsonthrift.com.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge this information and confirm that the information you have provided is accurate and complete to the best of your knowledge.
Lead financial accuracy and accounting operations that support high-performing real estate development and construction projects.
Why Thompson Thrift?
Thompson Thrift is an integrated, full-service real estate company engaged in the development, construction, leasing, and management of high-quality multifamily communities nationwide. We’re committed to building exceptional places — and developing the people who make them possible.
At Thompson Thrift, You’ll Find
- Values-Driven Culture — Excellence, Service, and Leadership guide everything we do
- Career Growth — Training, mentorship, and long-term development opportunities
- Work-Life Support — Competitive benefits, flexibility, and wellness programs
- Real Impact — Hands-on involvement in industry-leading multifamily projects
As an Accounting Manager, you will lead a team responsible for financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance across the organization. This role requires prior management experience and includes both hands-on accounting responsibilities and direct oversight of the Accounts Payable team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial data, supporting business decision-making, and maintaining adherence to accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
You will oversee the preparation, analysis, and review of financial information while driving process improvements, strengthening internal controls, and supporting both short- and long-term financial strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage an accounting team responsible for financial reporting and daily accounting operations
- Establish and maintain internal controls and accounting policies to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Oversee preparation of monthly financial statements, reports, and forecasts
- Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards
- Support internal and external audit processes, including gathering and reviewing required documentation
- Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies, trends, and opportunities for improvement
- Provide recommendations to leadership on financial objectives, policies, and performance
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations
- Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, systems, and reporting accuracy
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required
- Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities
- Experience managing financial reporting, audits, and compliance processes
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level of organization and time management skills
- Proficiency in accounting systems, financial reporting tools, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
- CPA designation preferred
The Accounting Manager plays a key role in maintaining the financial integrity of Thompson Thrift’s operations. By ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with financial standards, this position directly supports business performance, strategic decision-making, and long-term growth.
This is an opportunity to lead, influence, and grow within a dynamic, values-driven real estate organization focused on delivering exceptional multifamily communities nationwide.
Use of AI in Hiring
Thompson Thrift uses AI-assisted tools within our applicant tracking system to support parts of the recruiting process. These tools assist recruiters but do not make hiring decisions or independently determine candidate outcomes. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. If you have questions about our hiring process, please contact us at recruiting@thompsonthrift.com.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge this information and confirm that the information you have provided is accurate and complete to the best of your knowledge.