Client Accounting Director

Associa • Danbury, CT

17h

About The Position

A growing property management company in Western Connecticut is seeking a Client Accounting Director to lead client accounting operations and provide accounting and financial support to a diverse portfolio of approximately 115 clients. The role oversees a team of five accounting professionals and their work supporting new and existing clients.

The Director is responsible for timely and accurate financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and month-end close; reviewing financial statements and reports; maintaining client relationships; coordinating departmental workflow; improving accounting processes and internal controls; and supporting management with financial analysis and strategic recommendations. The role also collaborates daily with other department directors and senior management.

Compensation is competitive and based on the candidate’s education, training, certifications, and relevant experience. The company describes a professional, collaborative work environment, opportunities for growth and advancement, and an inclusive workplace. It is an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating diversity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Proven accounting experience, preferably in property management, real estate, or a related industry.
• Demonstrated leadership and staff management experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Excel, and QuickBooks.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of community associations.
• Experience with Caliber software and/or Town Square software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of five accounting employees.
• Oversee financial and accounting activities for onboarding new clients and approximately 115 existing clients.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Review and analyze financial statements and reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a trusted financial resource.
• Coordinate workflow, establish priorities, and ensure departmental objectives are met.
• Develop and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Support management with financial analysis and strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate daily with other department directors and senior management.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Paid vacation time.
• Paid sick time.
• Personal time off.
• Paid company holidays.
• Professional and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Competitive compensation based on education, training, certifications, and relevant experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director