CORPORATE ACCOUNTANT MANAGER

Gates Hudson

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About The Position

The Corporate Accounting Manager supervises a team of 5-7 employees responsible for accounts payable processes, vendor compliance, credit card program oversight, intercompany billing and corporate receivables for approximately 175 client locations and corporate offices. This position assists the Controller with process improvement projects and troubleshooting accounting systems.

Requirements

• BA in accounting, finance or business or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of recent and relevant accounting experience
• 2+ years of supervisory experience
• Experience in general ledger entries, account reconciliations, accruals
• Experience with automated accounting software (Yardi Voyager strongly preferred)
• Experience with an automated vendor compliance platform (NetVendor is a plus)
• Experience with an automated vendor procurement and payment platform (Paymode-X/Bottomline, formerly Nexus strongly preferred)
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with all levels of organization
• Strong internal and external customer service
• Ability to meet deadlines, with excellent time management and organization skills
• Strong technology skills, especially with automated accounting, online banking/credit card systems, Excel, automated vendor payment and procurement systems

Nice To Haves

• Property Management accounting experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Monthly billing and collection of management fees and other charges
• Manage relationships with our software providers to troubleshoot technical issues, maintain efficient workflows and implement best practices
• Manage a high-volume AP shop across multiple entities using Paymode-X (Nexus) and Yardi Voyager
• Oversee the issuance and payment of P-Cards for petty cash expenses for 160+ sites
• Work with the Controller to improve workflows and on special projects as needed
• Promote corporate cash flow by timely billing and collection of corporate receivables
• Maintain workflows and security access protocols that provide appropriate documentation and support internal control objectives
• Oversee 1099 process, vendor compliance and unclaimed property
• Oversee the monthly and quarterly distribution payments to investors
• Supervise, train and mentor staff; ensure coverage and cross-training on key deliverables
• Explain and advise corporate team on policies and procedures
• Ensure the timely resolution of accounting tickets and monitor tickets for trends that may indicate opportunities for process improvement
• Research and resolve vendor disputes, fraud reports and exceptions to accounting policies

What This Job Offers

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