Job Description Job Summary The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the Property Accounting team in the accounting for property-level operating expenses, property insurance and property taxes, as well as the accounting for real estate dispositions. Additional responsibilities include ensuring compliance with accounting rules, policies and procedures, as well as fostering an environment of continuous improvement and innovation.
Essential Functions - Lead the Property Accounting team in managing and executing all accounting functions tied to property-level operating expenses within Camden's multifamily portfolio.
- Directly mentor and develop a team of two accountants, while creating and fostering a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement.
- Manage month-end close processes, including accruals and reconciliations related to property-level operating expenses, property insurance and property taxes.
- Assist in monthly variance analyses and reviews of financial results to ensure accuracy as well as compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
- Lead the accounting processes for real estate dispositions, as well as directly support the Real Estate Investments, Finance, and Legal groups in the preparation of related closing statements.
- Support Finance in annual budget and quarterly reforecast processes by providing detailed data, historical trends, and forward-looking insights on property-level operating expenses and property insurance.
- Team with Shared Services and others to identify opportunities to streamline and improve efficiencies of current workflows.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve processes that include analytics and automation to enhance accuracy and efficiency of workflows.
- Act as a change agent in adopting digital tools, automated and analytics workflows, and assist with cross-departmental initiatives.
- Collaborate with Finance, Business Services, Shares Services, Risk, IT and others to promote cross-functional success of Camden's initiatives.
- Maintain and apply accounting policies in accordance with US GAAP, as well as ensure compliance with internal controls.
Qualifications - Bachelor's and/or advanced degree in Accounting or Finance
- Certified Public Accountant
- 5-7 years of professional accounting experience required with at least 1+ years in a leadership position preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Technology savvy, including extensive experience with ERP systems (Oracle and/or SAP), high proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and knowledge of business intelligence tools (e.g., Microsoft Power BI, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team with emphasis on accuracy, timeliness and innovation
- Strong analytical and multi-tasking skills
- Detail oriented and highly organized
And here's the fine print HR wants you to know: - Job is intermittently sedentary but requires mobility (i.e., climb stairs)
- Will use some repetitive motion of hand-wrist in using computer and writing
- Works in a typical office setting
- Emotional stability and personal maturity are important attributes in this position
- Must handle stressful, urgent, novel and diverse work situations on a daily basis
- May require long hours and odd schedules (including weekends)
- Position requires periodic travel by automobile to handle work-related activities
- May require airline travel, out-of-town and /or overnight trips
- Attendance and punctuality is essential for success in this position
- Hazards can be minimized with proper lifting techniques, SDS, general safety training, and wearing appropriate PPE
- Contact your HR team for the position's Physical Demands Analysis
This job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. Camden may add or change responsibilities in order to meet business and organizational needs. Employees must meet qualification standards that are job-related and consistent with business necessity and must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
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