Accounting Manager

Description

Keystone Pacific Property Management, LLC is a prestigious property management firm headquartered in Irvine, CA, with offices throughout Northern and Southern California, Colorado, and Idaho. Since 1982, we have led the way in providing superior customer care for our clients in planned-unit developments, condos, mixed-use, commercial, new project developments, large-scale onsite communities, and master-planned community associations. 

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our amazing environment with an opportunity for continuous growth and development. Please continue reading below!

Summary: The Accounting Manager is responsible for the banking and accounting activities of their department (i.e. Banking Services, Accounts Receivable, New Account Transition). Works with the property managers, community association Board of Directors, homeowners, banking institutions, and third-party service providers to provide good customer service and maintain accurate records. Builds and manages teams effectively. 

Why Join Keystone? 

Keystone is a company dedicated to empowering our team members to improve people’s lives beyond expectations. We set ourselves apart by providing an excellent level of service to our team members and clients. 

As a member of our team, your talents will be nurtured, and your contributions will be supported in a value-based environment that fosters the type of professional quality our customers have come to rely upon. 

We provide an environment for people that nurtures leadership and promotes personal success and rewards those who exceed expectations. We foster a culture of open feedback and continuous growth. 

We're thrilled to share that Keystone is officially certified as a Great Place to Work! This recognition reflects our commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive. We invite you to learn more about what makes Keystone special by checking out our certification details here.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary 
• Hybrid and Flexible working arrangements
• Work-Life Balance
• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Training and Mentorship from Successful      Leaders in the HOA Industry
• Support for Continued Education
• Cell Phone Stipend 
• Mileage Reimbursement 
• Medical (HMO and PPO), Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Pet Insurance
• Pre-Paid Legal 
• Employer Paid Basic Life/AD & D      Insurance 
• Voluntary Life and Short-Term      Disability Insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Financial and Health/Wellness      Education
• Bereavement and Mandated Leave of      Absence Applicable 
• PTO  
• 12 Paid Holidays (Floating Holiday/Half      Days/Early office closure before certain major holidays)

Requirements

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains and oversees all accounting processes and procedures in assigned area(s) of responsibility. Follows and complies with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Assists with the month-end and year-end close process and preparation of timely and accurate financial statements. Maintains supporting schedules and profitability reports to accommodate financial statements.
• Records and researches financial information for analysis. Oversees      report preparation. Assists with      year-end reporting and potential work papers, trial balances, etc., for      external auditors
• Assist the Director of Accounting with cost-benefit analysis on potential clients, software, procedures, etc.
• Assists with annual budget preparation for assigned departments. Researches budget to actual variances, provides trend analysis, and substantiates those trends.
• Analyzes and audits monthly journal entries and monitors miscellaneous receivables accounts. Analyzes and audits depreciation/amortization entries as well as disposals of fixed assets. 
• Researches updates to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and authoritative literature for accurate accounting and reporting. 
• Oversees implementation and maintenance of COSO internal control best practices. 
• Assists with the implementation and development of Corporate Accounting and HOA ERP Software
• Assists with modification of the current pricing/bidding model
• Researches escalated accounting department issues at the direction of the Director of Accounting. Supports the Director of Accounting with special projects and workflow procedures
• Responsible for directing Team Members      to achieve results. Provides      guidance and direction to ensure overall departmental success. Trains staff on accounting best      practices and advises on non-routine accounting transactions. Assists Director of Accounting in      creation of Training/Documentation Manuals and Flow Charts. Oversees      department processes and procedures to ensure compliance and prompt      resolution. 
• Participates in the hiring process by      interviewing potential Team Members and selecting those who best meet      staffing needs. Participates in      management training. Follows all      Human Resources policies. Ensures      staff receive any required training or attend mandatory meetings.
• Monitors and develops Team Member      performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision,      scheduling, conducting counseling and evaluations, and delivering      recognition and reward. Ensures      Team Members have current knowledge of information and processes required      to provide good customer service. Ensures staff are kept informed about policies and procedures.
• Makes merit decisions within budget or      established guidelines. Determines      promotions or reclassifications within company policy. Approves leave and time away from work      within the company policy. Enters      schedules and monitors timecards for accuracy. 
• Manages special projects as requested. Performs additional job duties as      required by the supervisor. 
• Practices and adheres to Keystone’s      Core Values, Mission, and Vision. 

Qualification Requirements:

• Ability to perform all essential      duties and responsibilities listed above with minimal supervision,      handling assignments with the highest level of discretion, judgment, and      independence.
• Must have a strong understanding of      Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Excellent organizational and time      management skills. Capable of managing competing priorities under pressure      and in a fast-paced environment. 
• Requires the ability to lead others by      mentoring and providing training. Ability and experience in successfully      leading and coordinating staff in a high-volume, time-sensitive      environment. 
• Must have excellent employee relations      skills to resolve problems and provide a high level of employee      satisfaction.
• Must have strong written and verbal      communication skills. Exceptional customer service skills to provide a      high level of customer satisfaction.
• Requires the ability to use computers to record, store, and analyze information. Proficient with standard accounting software, databases, and functionality. Requires advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and various applications found in use within the company. Good knowledge of various business machines typically found in an office. 
• Uses logic and reasoning to identify      the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or      approaches to problems. Requires      strong attention to detail and strong analytical skills. Must be able to solve problems and      remain calm and alert during busy activity periods. 
• Must maintain a clean appearance and      professional demeanor.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required. 
• CPA experience is desired.
• Real Estate experience is desired.
• Five (5) or more years of      progressively responsible accounting experience in a comparable setting.  

Work Environment:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Ability to drive to communities.
• Ability to sit, stand, and operate      business equipment. 
• Typical      office environment with low-level noise exposure.

We invite you to view our LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook to get an inside look at what Keystone is all about! Check out our website at www.kppm.com. Click on “Careers” and stay connected!

Reasonable accommodation will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system, send an email to [email protected] for assistance. Please include a description of your requested accommodation, your name, and contact information. Note: This email address is not for general employment inquiries. Keystone will not respond to inquiries that are not related to the accessibility of the online application system by individuals with disabilities.

Keystone Pacific Property Management, LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be subject to a Background and MVR Check.