Corporate Accounting Manager (63530)

About the role

Founded in 1968, Abode Communities mission is to “create service-enhanced affordable housing and socially-beneficial community facilities that promote the social, economic, and physical transformation of underserved communities.” The organization’s impact is realized through a fully integrated and multi-disciplinary approach to community development. The organization’s professional services – real estate, architecture and property management – ensure Abode Communities’ high-quality standard is brought to each and every residential community we place in service. Above and beyond, the organization provides complimentary mission-critical on-site resident (social) services that ensure low-income families, seniors, and people with special needs can achieve economic and personal growth, long-term self-sufficiency, and housing stability.

Abode Communities seeks an Accounting Manager of Property Operations. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Finance/Controller, the main function of this position is to manage and oversee the daily activities of the operating property accounting unit.

Responsibilities

• Apply standardized US-GAAP accounting principles to financial reporting
• Review account schedules and supporting documentation
• Prepare general and standard journal entries
• Assist in budget development
• Adhere to reporting deadlines set by management
• Manage and supervise a talented team of property accountants and Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist serving 54 residential properties throughout Southern California
• Maintain a small portfolio of properties to stay abreast of current property needs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, and/or Finance or related fields
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in managing, supervising, and motivating a team of accounting professionals
• Real estate property management accounting experience preferred
• Proficient in MS Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience using accounting and property management software such as AVID, MRI, RealPage, or Yardi

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• 401K plan
• Paid vacation and sick leave benefits

Schedule

Abode Communities' corporate staff work on a 9/80 schedule allowing for every other Friday off.