Accounting Manager

Cantor Fitzgerald•Memphis, TN

17d

About The Position

The Accounting Manager provides direct oversight and leadership to a team of accountants, helping the team meet client objectives and ensuring client satisfaction. The role is accountable for accurate monthly financial reporting and excellent service to clients and property managers. The manager also mentors, coaches, and develops Newmark employees assigned to the team, supports client accounting initiatives, and helps ensure services are delivered in accordance with client and Newmark policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting, or equivalent experience.
A minimum of 3–5 years of previous accounting experience.
Experience with full-cycle accounting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
Experience with a computerized accounting system.
Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Excellent people and managerial skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to offer solutions to resolve issues.
Ability to read and understand complex documents, such as lease agreements and property management agreements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Yardi or MRI.

Responsibilities

Review monthly financial reports prepared by accountants for accuracy and completeness.
Ensure staff follow client and Newmark policies and procedures.
Assist clients with one-off requests and ensure the team provides high-quality service to property managers and clients.
Identify creative ways to continuously improve service delivery and achieve client accounting objectives.
Provide individual and team training, mentoring, and coaching through frequent communication.
Motivate staff and ensure deadlines are met.
Respond to and resolve issues and requests from management teams and clients.
Research open accounting issues and identify potential issues or conflicts.
May assist property managers with budget preparation.
May assist with Common Area Maintenance (CAM) reconciliations, complete CAM reconciliations, or calculate and post monthly or quarterly CAM true-up entries.
Assist with client audits by providing requested documents and answering questions.
Review internal audit samples for the annual SOC1 client accounting audit report.
Coordinate accounting matters with other departments, locations, and divisions.
Help structure the portfolio work plan and execute it using client accounting policies and procedures.
Support client accounting initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.