Director of Accounting and Finance

Associa•Miami, FL

About The Position

Associa is a leading provider of property management services, specializing in residential properties. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional service and value to our clients and residents. As we continue to expand and grow, we are seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Director to join our team. As the Corporate and Client Finance and Accounting Director, you will oversee all financial aspects of our property management operations. You will play a key role in financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and reporting to support business growth and profitability. This position reports directly to the branch president and works closely with senior management and property managers. The Financial Director is responsible for managing the overall financial health for a large-scale online payment application system as well as the accuracy of individual communities’ financial status. The Financial Director is also responsible for leading the organizations financial analysis, supporting application user experience, and creating financial reports and strategies based on financial research and analysis. Strong executive presence and ability to manage significant amounts of complex data is critical for this role.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree is required, preferably Accounting or Finance
5-8 years of progressive financial reporting and analysis experience required
Strong, demonstrated use of Excel and PowerPoint required
Knowledge of financial reporting and data mining tools is required
Ability to investigate, interpret and understand financial statements and transactions
Highly motivated individual that works well in a fast-paced environment
Intelligent self-starter with excellent work ethic and strong analytical skills
Ability to manage, guide, and lead employees to ensure accurate, timely, and insightful deliverables are produced
Ability to synthesize large quantities of complex data into actionable information
Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
Highest level of integrity and discretion when dealing with confidential information
Strong communication and presentation skills, with ability to articulate results to leadership
Ability to communicate technical accounting issues with senior executives and/or external auditors
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook are required

Nice To Haves

CPA or CPA Candidate preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain the financial health of the organization, inclusive of: Preparing monthly branch financials, the annual branch budget and quarterly branch forecasts.
Preparing the Association budget templates including trainings to the Association managers and the review of completed budgets prior to meetings with the Boards, monitor and oversee the execution of the monthly Association financial reporting packages, monitoring the annual association audit execution.
Provide leadership and department supervision to a high performing accounting team of portfolio accountants, accounts payable and accounts receivable
Oversee operations of the finance team, set goal and objectives, and design a framework for these to be met
Oversee online payment support process by monitoring customer tickets, coaching the analysts on responses and actions, and responding to escalated concerns
Create monthly and quarterly forecasts based on known or potential risks and opportunities
Interpret complex transactional data and provide financial reports and guidance to leadership
Provide insightful information and expectations to senior executives to aid in strategic planning and decision making, inclusive of Special Assessment guidance and support to the Property Managers
Prepare ad hoc reports and financial modelling as needed
Maintain a working knowledge of legislative, condominium regulations and requirements
Various other duties as assigned