Director of Accounting

Premier Housing Management • Saint Paul, MN

9d • $75,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Accounting oversees all property accounting for Premier Housing Management, ensuring compliance with applicable tax and accounting regulations and managing the preparation and filing of required financial statements. The role includes supervising property accounting staff, overseeing accounts payable and receivable, preparing and monitoring budgets, and providing accurate and timely financial reporting. The successful candidate has strong analytical and critical-thinking skills and a deep understanding of accounting principles and processes.

The position is based at the corporate office in Saint Paul, Minnesota. It is full-time and exempt, with a hybrid schedule requiring three to four days in the office. The salary range is $75,000 to $95,000 per year.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in accounting and finance of affordable housing.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and federal and state tax laws.
• Experience with Microsoft applications.
• Yardi software experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Occasional ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Ability to enter data into a computer.
• Ability to complete large filing projects.
• Pass a background check and drug test as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a staff of property accountants.
• Supervise staff processing accounts payable and receivable, including invoices and payments.
• Prepare and monitor annual budgets and oversee general accounting.
• Provide the leadership team with data-driven reports and manage complex scheduling or board-level coordination.
• Oversee the preparation of required financial statements and ensure financial reporting is accurate and timely.
• Monitor financial data accuracy and ensure transactions are properly recorded.
• Analyze financial data for patterns, trends, and anomalies, and recommend corrective action as needed.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Liaise with property auditing firms.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Provide financial guidance and support to department heads, ensuring financial decisions align with organizational strategic goals.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance with three plan options.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Critical illness, group accident, and hospital coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• 11 paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% safe harbor match.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health savings account.
• Tuition reimbursement, where applicable.
• Referral program.
• Company Brand Uniform/Accessories allowance.
• Anniversary reward program.

What This Job Offers

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