Senior Director of Accounting

Job Title: Senior Director of Accounting 

Position Overview: 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director of Accounting with a player/coach approach to manage the Accounting Department. He/she will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, implementing internal controls, and identifying/implementing process improvements. He/she will partner closely with the CFO primarily and the rest of the C-suite team to help fulfill company goals and objectives. 

Scope of Responsibilities 

Controllership / Accounting: 

Partner with the CFO to 

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records, transactions, and financial statements in compliance with accounting principles and regulations. 
• Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, including the preparation of financial statements and management reports. 
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations. 
• Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making processes including cost reduction strategies. 
• Manage the cash flow ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational needs and optimizing cash management. 
• Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with audit and tax requirements. 
• Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations, financial reporting standards, and industry best practices, and ensure their implementation. 

Property Management: 

• Establish a holistic understanding of Granite operations and managed properties in order to better address the needs of both tenants and property owners 
• Support Market Presidents to provide timely information on requests originating from Property Owners 
• Lead Accounting team in supporting property transitions including adding new properties for management, transitioning existing properties from other property management companies, and properties exiting the portfolio
• Stay abreast of the latest accounting rules and theories as it relates to property management operations 
• Actively provide feedback, input, and recommendations concerning accounting practices and strategies to better Granite overall 

Human Resources: 

• Oversee 3rd party relationships including dedicated HR Director and vendors for benefit enrollment 
• Evaluate each staff member’s performance to ensure humility, integrity, and accountability while being efficient and productive. Additionally, work alongside the Accounting Managers to gain feedback for use in compensation/annual reviews.
• Guide and support accounting staff using expertise, experience, and understanding 

Flexibility: 

• Capacity to work overtime during periods of high volume activity 
• All other duties, as assigned 

Education Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar degree required 
• MBA w/ Accounting focus, MA in Accounting, CPA, or CMA preferred
• 6-10 years of relevant experience required 

Personal Traits and Characteristics: 

• Humility (team effort, openness to learn, listen first) 
• Integrity (do what’s right, especially when no one’s looking) 
• Accountability (take ownership of good and bad; follow through)
• Flexible and ability/willingness to multitask (several irons in the fire) 
• Detail oriented, thorough, honest, and organized (prerequisites) 

Benefits: 

• Eligibility for management bonus 
• Flexible medical, dental, and vision plans 
• Savings for retirement with match 
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution 
• Paid vacation time and holidays 
• Paid sick leave for all employees 
• Educational reimbursement