Assistant Director of Accounting
Robert Half · Atlanta, GA · 1 mo ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Own and manage the full corporate accounting cycle, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, journal entries, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Oversee intercompany accounting activities, including transaction processing, reconciliations, and eliminations across affiliated entities
- Lead end-to-end payroll processing through Paylocity for approximately 60 employees, including both exempt and non-exempt populations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
- Support and drive the corporate budgeting and forecasting process, including variance analysis and management reporting for leadership
- Manage project accounting for self-performed tenant improvement and capital improvement work, including cost tracking, reporting, and coordination with operational stakeholders
- Oversee billing and revenue tracking for leased membership and event space
- Identify and implement systems enhancements, workflow improvements, and scalable accounting processes across multiple business segments
- Parenth cross-functionally with leadership and operating teams to improve financial visibility, strengthen internal controls, and support strategic decision-making
Requirements
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with strong preference for candidates who have worked in multi-entity, corporate accounting environments
- Demonstrated experience administering payroll, with a solid understanding of payroll processes, controls, and compliance requirements
- Experience working in Yardi strongly preferred
- Prior exposure to construction or project accounting, including job costing, budget-to-actual analysis, and cost tracking, is a significant plus
- Commercial real estate industry experience is helpful, but not required
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess financial data, draw independent conclusions, and make sound judgment calls
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, organization, and follow-through
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and levels of the organization
What We’re Looking For
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
- Access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits
- Free online training
- Company 401(k) plan eligibility