Property Accounting Manager

About the Organization:

CMG is a 5th generation family-owned and operated organization that provides real estate development services, property management, financial advisory, and estate and tax management for Corliss holdings. CMG oversees investments in 2,000 acres of land in Pierce and King County, including mineral resources, the Sunrise master planned community in South Hill, WA, self-storage, residential multifamily, commercial/retail buildings, and light industrial properties. CMG provides guidance for liquid financial investments, including the management of private lending in real estate.

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General Purpose:

The Property Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance operations for the company's real estate assets.

Duties & Objectives

Financial Management and Reporting

• Lead month-end close procedures: journal entries, accruals, variance analysis, and reconciling general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and internal reports for specific entities, adhering to deadlines.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date management of cash, including forecasting future cash requirements to meet obligations.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including classification, tracking, and depreciation schedules for assigned entities.

Accounts Management

• Supervise the accounts payable and billing processes, ensuring transactions are accurate, properly approved, and coded.
• Maintain timely and accurate cash account records, including monthly bank reconciliations.

Tax and Compliance

• Accurately prepare and submit property and excise tax returns, ensuring timely payment of company taxes.
• Assist in preparing for annual audits and tax filings,ensuring compliance and punctuality.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Liaise with departments to ensure budget adherence, assisting in the preparation of budget reports and annual budget processes.
• Prepare key performance indicators, forecasts for revenues and expenses, and conduct variance analytics.

Operational Support

• Undertake additional duties and special projects as needed.
• Complete responsibilities following organizational policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective communication and coordination within the team and with management.

Loan and Equity Management

• Manage capital calls, distribution calculations, and other payments to owners.
• Process loan payments and prepare quarterly lender covenant reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, & Requirements

• Expertise in financial reporting, tax planning, and budget management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in Yardi strongly preferred as well as advanced Excel skills.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead a team and collaborate with other departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of accounting experience within the real estate or property management industry.
• Demonstrated experience in financial strategy, team leadership, and operational improvement.
• Proven track record of managing accounting teams and improving financial processes and reporting.

Work Environment and Conditions:

• This role is remote but candidates must live in Washington state.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This description is in no way intended to be an employment contract and employment is at-will. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made for employees per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), absent undue hardship.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 5% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Location:

• Washington State (Required)

Work Location: Remote