Director of Accounting

1 month ago

Salt Lake City, United States Cottonwood Residential Full time

Job Summary

The Director of Accounting & SEC Reporting manages the accounting and SEC financial reporting functions for Cottonwood Communities Inc. and related entities.  The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the accuracy and quality of the Company’s consolidated financial statements, prepare quarterly and annual reports and other SEC filings, maintain and resolve general ledger discrepancies, perform analytics, plan and coordinate external and internal audits, assist with technical accounting research and documentation, and be an integral member of the corporate accounting team, with a focus of improving the overall accounting and financial reporting functions across the organization in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures.

The incumbent will be able to conduct themselves in a professional and friendly manner and be a proactive, self-starter who possesses exceptional multi-tasking and communication skills, both oral and written as well as the ability to work under minimal supervision with a demonstrated history of taking initiative. The ability to exercise good judgment, prioritize tasks to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment, exhibit a high degree of flexibility, and to build strong relationships with team members and other departments to accomplish tasks and achieve goals.

Work Location: Remote Position - Salt Lake City, Utah (Corporate Headquarters)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Prepare financial statements and assist in the corporate close process, including the consolidation of multiple entities.
  • Prepare quarterly and annual reports on public filings (10-Q, 10-K and other SEC filings) and manage internal and external reviews for these documents.
  • Review and analyze general ledger detail.
  • Assist with technical accounting research and documentation on specific accounting issues.
  • Plan, organize and coordinate the quarterly and annual close process and audits with internal and external auditors.
  • Coordinate with due diligence firms and lending institutions on reporting and compliance.
  • Implement and maintain internal control processes that adhere to SEC certification requirements.

 Additional Skills & Competencies

  • Ability to read, understand and analyze complex financial statements.
  • Complete understanding of and ability to apply applicable GAAP.
  • Ability to innovate and to create new processes to add value to the organization.
  • Proficiency in the MS Office suite, especially Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Familiarity with Yardi not required, but a plus.
  • Flexibility and ability to work under tight deadlines.
  • Experienced in problem solving, and able to follow a methodical implementation process.
  • Ability to exercise poise, tactfulness, diplomacy, and good interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
  • Must be a self-starter.

Physical Requirements:

  • Constant need for visual acuity in small detail, beyond arm’s reach, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 
  • Constant need for talking and hearing to communicate with associates, investors, and clients.
  • Constant need to simultaneously use hand, wrist, and fingers to operate standard office equipment.
  • Frequent need for sitting, stooping, kneeling, and/or crouching to access files and/or standard office equipment.

Education & Experience

  • Master’s Degree in Accounting or Business preferred.
  • Public accounting experience preferred.
  • Experience in SEC reporting.
  • Experience with consolidation accounting.
  • Experience in real estate is preferred.

Cottonwood Residential has changed the industry by being one of the first apartment management companies to offer Self-Guided Tours which has redefined the customer experience. We will lean on your innovation, desire to learn, and ability to work hard to continue to improve the customer experience at our communities. Get excited to create an unforgettable experience for those who enter our doors because we can’t wait to see you welcome customers to their Home at Last

 

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