Job Description: VP of FinanceResponsibilitiesThe VP of Finance is responsible for client service and leading a team of accounting professionals to provide accounting, cash management, financial reporting, and financial management consultation services for a large portfolio of community association clients. This role will interface with property managers, general managers, property developers, community association Boards of Directors, and third-party service providers on financial matters. This is a hands-on position from an accounting perspective.The VP of Finance will be responsible for:
- Ensuring client contractual service deliverables, including the review and approval of monthly financial reports and annual budgets.
- Managing the monthly pre-close and close processes, including the management company close.
- Overseeing the preparation process for annual budgets.
- Managing the daily flow of financial service inquiries and requests.
- Client billing for services performed outside the service level agreement.
- Driving client satisfaction and retention.
- Recruiting, hiring, training, and mentoring staff.
- Troubleshooting and resolving escalated issues.
- Overseeing and providing direction on delinquent account collections, communicating with association board members, and coordinating with third-party collection attorneys.
- Managing the investment of association reserve funds and ensuring cash flow for project needs.
- Coordinating audit and tax services with external CPA firms.
- Overseeing all association banking services.
- Managing the successful onboarding of new accounts.
- Acting as the primary financial consultant for community managers and Boards of Directors.
- Recommending and implementing process improvements.
- Becoming a subject matter expert in the CINC platform for the delivery of accounting and financial management services.
- Ensuring financial controls are in place and functioning as designed.
- Overseeing payroll and coordinating with a third-party payroll provider.
- Managing HR functions, including hiring, and coordinating with an external service provider.
- Performing additional work-related tasks as needed.QualificationsThis position offers remote work, requiring two in-office days weekly in Jacksonville, FL.Required Qualifications:
- Accounting degree from a 4-year accredited college or university.
- Minimum of 2 years experience as an Accounting Manager or Controller.
- Experience supervising an accounting department with at least 5 employees.
- Strong preference for experience in real estate, property management, and outsourced accounting/bookkeeping industries.
- Hands-on experience with mid to upper-tier accounting software packages.
- Demonstrated experience with systems conversion and balance transfer.
- Exceptional computer skills (power user).
- Excellent grasp of accounting theory and methods (accrual, cash, and modified cash).
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic, high-growth environment.Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA designation or a graduate degree in accounting or a related field.This is an exciting opportunity for a results-oriented finance professional to make a significant impact while leading a talented team in a growing and dynamic environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr