Accounting Manager I

Summary of Competitive Benefits & Perks:

• Health/Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Bonus/Target Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Complimentary usage of modern in-house fitness center
• On-premise full-service dining center discounts
• Discounts via the company’s EAP
• Monthly Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral bonus
• Pre-tax transportation options
• Plus more!

Essential Job Functions of the Accounting Manager I:

• Manage the Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounts Receivable Specialist, and Property Administrator positions.


• Manage the Accounts Payable function:
• Ensure compliance with Saul Centers’ internal controls over accounts payable, including proper account coding and approvals.
• Ensure timely and accurate payments.
• Coordinate with internal treasury function and banks on positive pay and electronic payments.


• Manage the Accounts Receivable function:
• Ensure effective and timely communication with tenants.
• Review tenant accounts receivable reports and ensure timely and accurate application of tenant payments.
• Work with Controller to identify and implement improvements, especially with respect to the processing of electronic payments.


• Review monthly property operating statements:
• Review tax recovery and operating expense recovery accruals.
• Review utility expenses and recoveries.
• Review supporting monthly schedules for accuracy and completeness and agreement with the general ledger.


• Help lead department operations:
• Provide guidance and feedback to property accountants and lease analysts to ensure timely and accurate completion of daily responsibilities.
• Train property accountants to ensure cross training on all functions.
• Execute on the department’s priorities through daily interaction, staff meetings, coaching and counseling.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with the accounting staff and with colleagues across the organization.


• Review year end expense recovery billings to tenants, ensuring that they are completed both accurately and timely.
• Backup the lease abstract and rent roll processes.
• Document all activities appropriately to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and an effective and successful audit.
• Special projects as directed by Controller and/or Assistant Controller.

Required Skills and Abilities of the Accounting Manager I:

• Real estate and accounts payable accounting experience preferred
• Strong communication skills
• Able to meet multiple priorities and deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Strong Excel skills
• Analytical and energetic with a “Can Do” attitude.

Required Education / Experience of the Accounting Manager I:

• 5 to 7 years of relevant accounting experience
• Prior public accounting experience preferred
• Prior supervisory experience preferred
• Working knowledge of applicable accounting standards
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• CPA preferred 
• Experience with Yardi