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Harbor Group Management VP, Real Estate Accounting in Norfolk, Virginia
Harbor Group Management Company is a multi-billion dollar real estate investment and property management firm. As we continue to grow, we are looking for passionate, goal oriented, creative individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and great communication skills. Harbor Group is dedicated to outstanding customer service and providing exquisite living experience for our residents.
Job Title: Vice President of Real Estate Accounting
Division: Corporate
Supervisor: VP, Chief Accounting Officer - HGMC
Status: Exempt
JOB SUMMARY : The Vice President of Real Estate Accounting will be responsible for overseeing the management and oversight of the Real Estate Accounting Team. Primary responsibilities coordinating monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting and recommending accounting process improvements and ensuring adequate documentation of accounting procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following but are not limited to the job specifications contained herein. Additional duties or job functions that can be performed safely may be required as deemed necessary by Harbor Group Management Company.
Oversee and direct the operations of the Real Estate Accounting Team, including offshore third-party accounting team
Ensure that the accounting team is customer service focused, including both internal and external constituents.
Develop and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Ensure all reporting deadlines are met and internal and external financials statements are issued timely
Review monthly property financial statements packages and associated bank reconciliations
Monitor debt covenants for the portfolio and prepare quarterly/annual compliance certifications
Track and ensure mortgages and real estate taxes are paid timely
Coordinate annual audits/reviews and quarterly review activities with external auditors
Review accounting entries for purchases, sales, and refinances
Collaborate with other accounting/finance, operations and asset management teams to enhance efficiencies in procedures
Maintain working relationship with accounting teams for third-party owners to ensure that accounting and reporting obligations are understood and met
Review legal documents to identify and ensure fee rebates are calculated and paid timely
QUALIFICATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor's degree or higher with emphasis on accounting and finance
CPA certification a plus
8-10 years of related work experience including 5-6 years of supervisory experience
Big 4 or regional public accounting firm experience a plus
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS reporting requirements combined with the ability to research
Strong analytical/problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills, including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage well through ambiguity and complexity
Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work well under pressure, including busy season requirements.
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Harbor Group Management is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Job Details
Job Family Finance & Accounting
Pay Type Salary
Education Level Bachelor’s Degree