Property Accounting Assistant Controller

Valiant Residential • Dallas, TX, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 2w ago

Description:

We are Valiant Residential.

We are bold and resolute in our dedication to providing the best in next-generation property management. As a company founded by former property owners and asset managers, we are uniquely attuned to the needs of property owners and residents. We have invested more than 37 years in developing a premier platform for the clients we serve. Whether starting from the acquisition stage or transitioning into a management change through the investment lifecycle, we have a strong track record of delivering long-term returns to our clients.

At Valiant Residential, we live by our mission to innovate property management by developing prosperous partnerships and cultivating compassionate people driven by a Valiant spirit.

We are seeking a Property Accounting Assistant Controller.

A Property Accounting Assistant Controller provides high-level support to Corporate Controllers as they manage a company’s accounting and financial activities. Their duties include producing financial summary statements, forecasting a company’s financial health, and correcting inaccuracies in its financial records.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee and mentor current accounting staff, including hiring new staff as needed and providing ongoing training to ensure professional growth within the organization.
Create and implement Accounting Standard Operating Procedures in collaboration with other department leaders.
Oversee and perform onboarding/offboarding of property tasks.
Review current policies and processes for best practices and identify areas for improved efficiencies.
Conduct staff annual performance reviews.
Ensure monthly financial packages, replacement reserves, and construction draws are prepared in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with internal and external policies and procedures.
Assist with client communications and requests as needed.
Coordinate accounting responsibilities in the annual budgeting process and year-end client tax packages, 1099 process, tax and insurance payments, and other necessary tasks.
Work with Corporate accounting to ensure timely payment of fees and reimbursement of expenses.
Track and communicate progress on critical tasks and initiatives.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

This role requires a CPA.
Knowledge of accounting principles, laws/regulations, and GAAP.
5+ years of Property / Real Estate accounting experience.
Ability to manage multiple activities/projects concurrently and prioritize accordingly.
Tech savvy – familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Yardi, digital workload management, and comfortable learning new software programs.
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel (XLOOKUPS, SUMIF, Pivot Tables, formulas, etc.).
Communication skills to effectively work with clients and colleagues.
Positive attitude and open to feedback necessary for continued growth and development.
An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers and problem-solving.
Intellectually curious, self-starter who is not afraid to seek out projects independently.
Must have the ability to maintain the utmost level of confidentiality.

Preferred but not required:

Experience upgrading/implementing financial, ERP and other business systems.
Yardi Voyageur Experience.
2+ years of experience managing a team.

Consistently ranked as a “Top Places to Work” by the Oklahoman, Houston Chronicle, and Dallas Morning News, Valiant Residential is proud to be a key player in the property management industry. In addition to exciting opportunities for growth and development, we pride ourselves on providing outstanding benefits and time off.

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