Senior Director of Accounting - West Lafayette, United States - Gro HR Consulting

Description

Job Description

Job Description


Job Title:
Senior Director of Accounting

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director of Accounting with a player/coach approach to manage the Accounting Department.

He/she will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, implementing internal controls, and

identifying/implementing

process improvements.

He/she will partner closely with the CFO primarily and the rest of the C-suite team to help fulfill company goals and objectives.

Scope of Responsibilities

Controllership / Accounting:
Partner with the CFO to
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records, transactions, and financial statements in compliance with accounting principles and regulations.
Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, including the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making processes including cost reduction strategies.
Manage the cash flow ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational needs and optimizing cash management.
Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with audit and tax requirements.
Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations, financial reporting standards, and industry best practices, and ensure their implementation.

Property Management:
Establish a holistic understanding of Granite operations and managed properties in order to better address the needs of both tenants and property owners
Support Market Presidents to provide timely information on requests originating from Property Owners
Lead Accounting team in supporting property transitions including adding new properties for management, transitioning existing properties from other property management companies, and properties exiting the portfolio
Stay abreast of the latest accounting rules and theories as it relates to property management operations
Actively provide feedback, input, and recommendations concerning accounting practices and strategies to better Granite overall

Human Resources:
Oversee 3rd party relationships including dedicated HR Director and vendors for benefit enrollment
Evaluate each staff member's performance to ensure humility, integrity, and accountability while being efficient and productive. Additionally, work alongside the Accounting Managers to gain feedback for use in

compensation/annual

reviews.
Guide and support accounting staff using expertise, experience, and understanding

Flexibility:
Capacity to work overtime during periods of high volume activity
All other duties, as assigned

Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar degree required
MBA w/ Accounting focus, MA in Accounting, CPA, or CMA preferred
6-10 years of relevant experience required

Personal Traits and Characteristics:
Humility (team effort, openness to learn, listen first)
Integrity (do what's right, especially when no one's looking)
Accountability (take ownership of good and bad; follow through)
Flexible and

ability/willingness

to multitask (several irons in the fire)
Detail oriented, thorough, honest, and organized (prerequisites)

Benefits:
Eligibility for management bonus
Flexible medical, dental, and vision plans
Savings for retirement with match
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution
Paid vacation time and holidays
Paid sick leave for all employees
Educational reimbursement

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