Manager, Corporate Accounting & Reporting

Ventas, Inc.•Louisville, KY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Corporate Accounting, a new position on the Corporate Accounting team, will be accountable for performing, reviewing, and managing key corporate accounting and reporting functions. This role is critical to the success of the Corporate Accounting team in three core ways: (1) overseeing, delegating, and reviewing work within the monthly close and reporting cycles to ensure timely, accurate, and well‑controlled results; (2) identifying, planning, and implementing continuous‑improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and service to business partners; and (3) fostering a culture of accountability and high performance by supporting the professional development of direct reports. The Manager will serve as a key partner to the Director of Corporate Accounting and will interact frequently with cross‑functional teams. Success in this position requires advanced GAAP knowledge, high energy, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA required.
8+ years of relevant Corporate and/or Public Accounting experience.
Must be located in the Louisville, KY area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations.
Forward‑thinking leader capable of driving change, improving processes, and delivering high‑quality results.
Experience preparing and/or reviewing financial information requiring advanced technical accounting knowledge within a large public organization.
High energy level, positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams and senior leadership.
Demonstrated ability to lead a team in a fast‑paced, results‑oriented, deadline‑driven environment.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex fact patterns and develop well‑conceived solutions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, modeling) required; Yardi Voyager and Longview Close experience a plus.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Real estate or investment accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Actively participate in the preparation and/or review of monthly and quarterly close activities, ensuring timelines are met and accurate results are produced.
Lead coordination efforts with other accounting groups and FP&A to support a well‑executed, well‑controlled close‑to‑report process.
Oversee the monthly production, review, and analysis of the Consolidated Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Statement of Cash Flows.
Ensure the reconciliation between Net Income, Funds From Operations (FFO), and Funds Available for Distribution (FAD) is accurate and complete.
Oversee recognition, review, and analysis of corporate costs, including G&A, deal and integration costs, and professional fees for GAAP and non‑GAAP reporting.
Manage joint venture equity and non‑controlling interest accounting, including monthly equity allocation entries, standalone financial statements, and distribution processing.
Prepare and/or review accounting for share‑based compensation in accordance with GAAP and partner with FP&A on forecasting needs.
Oversee consolidated monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliation review processes, ensuring timely completion, proper controls, and resolution of reconciling items.
Lead preparation and review of monthly and quarterly internal reporting packages.
Coordinate quarterly cutoff and accrual procedures with AP and internal partners to ensure accurate liability recognition.
Provide accounting and reporting support to Tax, Treasury, Legal, FP&A, and external auditors.
Identify inefficiencies, control gaps, and opportunities for improvement; drive initiatives that support future‑state goals.
Provide leadership to the Corporate Accounting team by defining objectives, delegating work effectively, resolving process pain points, and coaching team members.