Client Accounting Manager

Overview

Manage client accounting staff, oversee reporting, budgeting, and software for real estate.

Key Responsibilities

• onespace filing
• tax tracking
• bank reconciliation
• invoice approval
• budget preparation
• treasury management

Tasks

-Perform or assume additional client accounting duties as assigned. -Provide oversight in maintaining, reviewing, and filing of all required accounting documentation into OneSpace. Train staff on the OneSpace accounting filing requirements as required. -Maintain mortgage, property tax and sales tax tracking schedules to ensure all taxes are paid. -Prepare detailed checklists and other tools to ensure proper recording of financial transactions in accordance with all policies and procedures. -Communicate effectively with clients, internal and external auditors, tax preparers and team members as required. -Provide guidance and training in the utilization of assigned real estate accounting software (MRI, Yardi, rCollect, P2P, Payscan, etc) as required. -Print and sign bank statements and provide to the bank reconciliation preparers. Review and approve bank reconciliations. -Assist in the preparation of the actual settlement schedules. Review the calculations prepared by the property manager. -Approve invoices in applicable payables systems. -Assist in the preparation of the annual budget with members of property management. Review the budget prepared by the property manager. -Prepare and review monthly accounting calendars to ensure that client accounting staff is appropriately controlling project deadline flow, that all reporting deadlines, special payments (e.g., mortgages and taxes) and owner requirements are documented and met. -Assist in the management of new project takeovers, coordinating the transition with accountants, clients, property management and Treasury. -Provide Treasury Management oversight, disbursement approvals and signatory on client bank accounts. -Travel may be required. -Screen, hire, supervise, mentor and train staff as required. This also may include initiating disciplinary actions, including terminations. -Perform detailed review of financial reports, reconciliations and all financial information prepared by the accounting staff and/or the property management staff to ensure compliance with Owner Policies and Procedures and the Management Agreement. -Review and post tenant adjustments. -Direct and manage professional staff on a daily basis, must possess a thorough understanding of the job responsibilities of each staff member and be able to recommend necessary process changes and improvements. -Review and approve new vendors as well as changes to existing vendors. Activate new vendors in the accounting systems.

Requirements

• 5+ years
• gaap
• mri/yardi
• excel
• accounting degree
• budgeting

What You Bring

-A minimum of 5+ years of recent fee-based property management accounting experience preferred. -Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to internal and external customers. -Advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles including knowledge of current accounting methods (cash and basic accruals). Ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). -Advanced knowledge of Transwestern internal controls and ability to supervise, review and train as needed. -Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills. -Ability to handle multiple projects, changing priorities and demanding, time-sensitive, work load(s). -A bachelor's degree with emphasis in accounting, finance or related field. -Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% or more of the time/constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery (ex. a calculator, copy machine, computer printer) or, by request, be provided reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of the position. -Demonstrate strong analytical capabilities with a high attention to detail. -Ability to keep information and internal communications confidential. -Advanced knowledge of the escalation and operating expense budgeting and settlement process, including the calculation of “gross-ups”, and participate/assist in the preparation of the actual settlement schedules. -A minimum of 3+ years of recent accounting department management experience. -Applicable experience in real estate accounting software packages, preferably with MRI and/or Yardi. -Ability to provide general direction/be self-managed/work independently. -Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe. -Advanced knowledge of the budget reporting requirements of each Owner and participate/assist in the preparation of the annual budget with members of property management.

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About Transwestern

-Founded with a focus on real estate services, Transwestern has become a leader in commercial real estate. -The company specializes in delivering integrated services across investment, development, and management. -Known for their expertise in both the commercial and industrial sectors, they offer tailored solutions for clients. -With a robust presence in the U.S., Transwestern has completed numerous landmark projects across key cities. -Transwestern has cultivated a reputation for innovation in asset management and real estate brokerage services. -Their commitment to providing strategic insights in the real estate market has led to long-term success and partnerships. -Notable for their work in revitalizing urban spaces and creating sustainable, high-performance buildings.

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