Assistant Accounting Manager

With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 11,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 43 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com.

Job Description

Come, join our Team! Homeside Properties, an Associa Company, is hiring an Assistant Accounting Manager to assist in providing accounting services to our valued clients. We are looking for energetic, flexible professionals who want to make a long-lasting career with a company that leads the industry. Our colleagues are the reason for our success, so we recruit quality people who understand and know how to build great relationships with the communities we serve.

This is a full-time salaried position that comes with competitive compensation based on experience, a full benefits package including medical, vision and dental programs, insurance options, paid time off, a 401k option, and much more.

Under the supervision of the Accounting Manager, the Assistant Accounting Manager is responsible for providing financial analysis, preparing financial statements and reports, and ensuring compliance with internal and external accounting regulations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, a minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, and a desire to drive the company's financial success. The successful candidate must be highly organized, meticulous, and possess strong communication and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and management, to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting. 
Supports change management by understanding and addressing impacts of new accounting policies, financial statement initiatives and non-standard transactions in accordance with GAAP. 
Review and analyze general ledger accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies or variances. 
Investigates daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies. 
Monitor cash flow for payables and ensure prompt collections of receivables. 
Ensure compliance with internal control procedures and recommend enhancements to mitigate financial risks. 
Assist our external advisors in the preparation and filing of tax returns, including income tax, sales tax, and other applicable taxes. 
Serves as the first line of support for Accounting Manager, and examines posted transactions, such as funds received and disbursed. 
Oversee the general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/year-end closings for clients. 
Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes. 

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration
5 years of experience in accounting and financial management
Knowledge of accounting principles, GAAP and IFRS
Strong organizational and critical thinking skills
Proficient in MS Office, specifically Excel and accounting software
Specialization in Finance – General/Cost Accounting or equivalent preferred
Experience with financial reporting requirements

Skills Needed For This Role

Strong numeracy, with an elevated level of accuracy and excellent attention to detail. 
Organization with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks to meet tight deadlines. 
Good interpersonal and communication skills. 
Confidentiality
Balance SheetFinancial Accounting - Financial Analysis - Financial Consolidation - Financial Reporting - Financial Statement - Income StatementReconciliation. 
Cash FlowCash ManagementCost AccountingManagement AccountingP&L Management. 
Strong analytical and problem solving skills. 
Budget planning and organizing
Clarifying expectations of self and other’sgoal setting, planning and prioritizationtaking prompt actions to ensure obligations are met. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.