Property Accounting Manager

Property Accounting Manager Main Office (MOS) OVERVIEWThe Manager, Property Accounting is responsible for overseeing the monthly accounting functions of a team of Property Accountants, including analyzing financial statements and preparing variance comments when over/under budget, reviewing and approving journal entries, preparing and reviewing balance sheet account and bank reconciliations. They supervise, train, develop and mentor a team on accounting entries, reconciliation processes, task and time management and ensuring internal controls are in place to safeguard financial information. They will assist with identifying areas to support operations in understanding accounting requirements, compiling and reviewing annual budgets, accrued liabilities, deposits, revenue recognition, and fixed assets. They work closely with the Assistant Controller on process improvement, standardization of templates, as well as internal management reports.JOB DUTIES

Coordinates team member selection and development and ensures team members comply with appropriate policies and procedures.

Adheres to Suns Timekeeping Policy by reviewing, verifying accuracy, approving and submitting direct report(s) time recorded.

Partners with Team Relations on team member counseling and recommendation of termination when appropriate.

Conducts team member performance reviews and recommends compensation adjustments.

Reconciles and reviews bank and account reconciliations; works with team members to ensure understanding and that items are addressed in a timely manner.

Reconciles miscellaneous balance sheet accounts; follows-up on outstanding issues.

Prepares and reviews monthly journal entries.

Leads Property Accounting team in monthly budget variance analysis process; provides feedback to Assistant Controller for utilization in monthly management communication.

Assists with developing staff knowledge of communities, and identifying issues, areas of improvement and process improvements to benefit internal customers.

Takes an active lead in coordinating accounting matters with other departments and identifying procedures to accommodate growth and new business.

Establishes, leads, or serves on committees to resolve accounting-related issues.

Creates written procedures on new policies and trains affected team members.

Works with direct reports to establish mutual goals, distribute responsibilities, monitor the status of projects assigned and provide guidance.

Other duties and special projects as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field (Required)

6 years accounting experience with financial statement responsibilities

2 years supervisory experience

3 years public accounting experience

Ability to maintain good working relationships both inside and outside of the company

Strong organizational skills

Excellent verbal and communication skills

Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret accounting principles in legal documents

ERP system experience (NetSuite preferred)

Excellent Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to create, execute, and train on Excel macros or other automation tools to enhance efficiency

BENEFITSAt Sun Communities, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with great pay, advancement opportunities, paid time off, great benefits, and flexibility.

Comprehensive Medical and Prescription coverage with 4 plan options so you can choose the plan that best meets the needs of you and your family

Comprehensive Dental and Vision Plans

On-Site Fitness Center with Free Personal Training & Group Fitness Classes

Voluntary Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and Dependent Life

Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage

401(k) Plan with Sun matching contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Identity Theft Insurance

Legal Assistance Plan

Pet Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement program providing financial support to team members who further their formal education

Vacation RV Site Discounts for team members when visiting SunRV Resorts across the nation

Team Member Perks & Discounts program with hundreds of discounts on things like travel, merchandise, mobile phone service, and more

Up to six weeks of paid parental leave for the birth of a child, adoption, or placement of a child

Paid Time Off including ten holidays, vacation, personal, sick time, bereavement and pay for jury duty

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