Assistant Accounting Manager

Associa - Alpharetta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Alpharetta, GA

10,001+ employees

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About the position

Come, join our Team! Homeside Properties, an Associa Company, is hiring an Assistant Accounting Manager to assist in providing accounting services to our valued clients. We are looking for energetic, flexible professionals who want to make a long-lasting career with a company that leads the industry. Our colleagues are the reason for our success, so we recruit quality people who understand and know how to build great relationships with the communities we serve. This is a full-time salaried position that comes with competitive compensation based on experience, a full benefits package including medical, vision and dental programs, insurance options, paid time off, a 401k option, and much more. Under the supervision of the Accounting Manager, the Assistant Accounting Manager is responsible for providing financial analysis, preparing financial statements and reports, and ensuring compliance with internal and external accounting regulations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in accounting, a minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, and a desire to drive the company's financial success. The successful candidate must be highly organized, meticulous, and possess strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and management, to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.
• Support change management by understanding and addressing impacts of new accounting policies, financial statement initiatives and non-standard transactions in accordance with GAAP.
• Review and analyze general ledger accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies or variances.
• Investigate daily variances and correct errors to resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor cash flow for payables and ensure prompt collections of receivables.
• Ensure compliance with internal control procedures and recommend enhancements to mitigate financial risks.
• Assist external advisors in the preparation and filing of tax returns, including income tax, sales tax, and other applicable taxes.
• Serve as the first line of support for the Accounting Manager, examining posted transactions, such as funds received and disbursed.
• Oversee the general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/year-end closings for clients.
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business administration
• 5 years of experience in accounting and financial management
• Knowledge of accounting principles, GAAP and IFRS
• Strong organizational and critical thinking skills
• Proficient in MS Office, specifically Excel and accounting software
• Specialization in Finance - General/Cost Accounting or equivalent preferred
• Experience with financial reporting requirements

Nice-to-haves

• Strong numeracy, with an elevated level of accuracy and excellent attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Confidentiality
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Budget planning and organizing

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Full benefits package including medical, vision and dental programs
• Insurance options
• Paid time off
• 401k option