Accounting Manager I

B.F. Saul Company•Bethesda, MD

24d•$120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Manages the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions of the company, supervising three direct reports. Reviews the property operating statements, monthly rent rolls and reviews the work of senior accountants. Assists Controller and Assistant Controller as needed and complies with established Operating Policies and Procedures.

Requirements

Real estate and accounts payable accounting experience preferred
Strong communication skills
Able to meet multiple priorities and deadlines
Attention to detail
Strong Excel skills
Analytical and energetic with a “Can Do” attitude.
5 to 7 years of relevant accounting experience
Prior public accounting experience preferred
Prior supervisory experience preferred
Working knowledge of applicable accounting standards
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
CPA preferred
Experience with Yardi

Responsibilities

Manage the Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounts Receivable Specialist, and Property Administrator positions.
Manage the Accounts Payable function: Ensure compliance with Saul Centers’ internal controls over accounts payable, including proper account coding and approvals. Ensure timely and accurate payments. Coordinate with internal treasury function and banks on positive pay and electronic payments.
Manage the Accounts Receivable function: Ensure effective and timely communication with tenants. Review tenant accounts receivable reports and ensure timely and accurate application of tenant payments. Work with Controller to identify and implement improvements, especially with respect to the processing of electronic payments.
Review monthly property operating statements: Review tax recovery and operating expense recovery accruals. Review utility expenses and recoveries. Review supporting monthly schedules for accuracy and completeness and agreement with the general ledger.
Help lead department operations: Provide guidance and feedback to property accountants and lease analysts to ensure timely and accurate completion of daily responsibilities. Train property accountants to ensure cross training on all functions. Execute on the department’s priorities through daily interaction, staff meetings, coaching and counseling. Build and maintain effective relationships with the accounting staff and with colleagues across the organization.
Review year end expense recovery billings to tenants, ensuring that they are completed both accurately and timely.
Backup the lease abstract and rent roll processes.
Document all activities appropriately to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and an effective and successful audit.
Special projects as directed by Controller and/or Assistant Controller.