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

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