Al. Neyer is a 100% employee-owned real estate developer with a vertically integrated design-build construction firm. Al. Neyer has nearly 200 employee-owners working in real estate development, design-build construction, capital raising and supporting roles in Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Nashville, and Raleigh. Our growth is fueled by a strong commitment to our core values and the constant cultivation of a best-in-class team.
We put a high premium on the kind of people who dig the details and have the skills to orchestrate them to perfection in a high-energy environment. We have longevity, a stellar reputation as a great partner to the communities in which we operate, and a detailed vision for our collective futures. All of this is built upon trust, strong relationships, and a drive to win.
Here at Al. Neyer, we pride ourselves on a culture that inspires, challenges, supports and rewards our employee-owners. Our passion is contagious, our sleeves are always rolled up and our doors are always open to new inventive, collaborative team members.
Summary of Responsibilities
Al. Neyer’s Finance & Accounting team is hiring a Senior Accountant. This new role is a key partner to the VP, Finance & Accounting, and will have leadership responsibilities in the following key corporate areas: ESOP, incentive compensation, corporate and real estate taxes, as well as supporting governance and compliance over information technology and enterprise risk management. The role has significant cross-functional interaction and requires communication with senior levels of management. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation, at least 5 years of progressive career experience and has a desire to work in a role with diverse focus areas and a hunger to learn new and complex topics. So, if you like to dig the details, make big impacts and want to continue your growth journey, keep reading.
Essential Job Functions
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Coordination of annual ESOP calendar with internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide or coordinate delivery of information to ESOP stakeholders (recordkeeper, valuation firm, auditors, tax advisor and outside counsel).
- Understand and review compliance and participant reporting.
- Oversight of and review or 5500 for filing.
- Execute company-level ESOP accounting and coordinate the ESOP audit.
- Partner with Talent/HR in annual ESOP trainings and communications to ESOP participants.
- Support VP, Finance and Accounting and executives with other key aspects of the ESOP including the annual company valuation, board reporting on ESOP matters, budgeting for ESOP related expenses and ESOP sustainability modeling.
Taxes
- Prepare and maintain the monthly corporate tax provision for state and local taxes.
- Assist in execution of corporate tax strategies with executive team and external tax advisor.
- Coordinate corporate tax return preparation (external tax advisor) and review.
- Assist with real estate tax entity tax return/K-1 submission and review process (oversight of process, but not direct review responsibilities).
- 5500 filings for ESOP, 401k, and coordination of Form 990 for Al. Neyer’s private foundation.
Incentive Compensation Review and Support and other Compensation Oversight
- Partner with the CFO on coordination and issuance of all incentive award programs.
- Prepare all incentive calculations for review by CEO and CFO.
- Accounting and issuance of stock-based awards.
- Perform control reviews of bi-weekly payroll changes.
Information Technology and Risk Management
- Support VP, Finance & Accounting and other business unit / department leaders with review, tracking and documentation of ERM risks and activities.
- Document policies and procedures to mitigate key risks in accounting, finance and IT areas or support other team members finance and accounting in these areas.
- Maintain IT business application matrix and support the VP, Finance & Accounting by working with our IT managed service provider to ensure a functioning IT infrastructure.
This is a newly developed role, and as such, the job duties and responsibilities outlined here are subject to change as we continue to grow the Company and team. In addition to the core functions outlined here, we also anticipate this role to have opportunities to participate in treasury forecasting, investment review, and support and coordination with FP&A on various forecasting/modeling initiatives.
- Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
- Interpersonal Savvy - Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
- Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
- Courage - Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree required in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 5+ years accounting experience, 3+ in a senior or similar role.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite with strong Excel skills required.
- Demonstrated understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and to work cooperatively and collaboratively with individuals of diverse backgrounds and at all organizational levels.
- Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple priorities while being detail oriented.
- Ability to manage change and adapt to changing processes and procedures.
- Demonstrated initiative to continue to learn and broaden accounting and industry knowledge.
- Proven ability to use technology to improve process and task efficiency.
Safety Hazard of the Job
Normal safety hazards associated with office work, and with occasional observational visits to construction sites.
Physical Demands
Low physical effort required to sit, stand at files, bend, stoop, lift, and walk. Maximum unassisted lift is 35 lbs. Average lift is less than 10 lbs. Requires ability to use a keyboard and monitor. Also requires the ability to communicate verbally, both in person and on the telephone. May require some travel by car or plane.
Average inside office environment. Average office noise levels. No personal protective equipment is required. Ambient temperature is between 68F and 76F.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description is not a contract or offer for employment, and either you or Al. Neyer may terminate employment at any time for any reason.
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