Client Accounting Director

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Danbury, CT, USA
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Professional Services • Real Estate
The Role
Leads client accounting operations for approximately 115 property management clients and manages a team of five accounting professionals. Oversees financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, month-end close, client onboarding, internal controls, workflow, and financial analysis. Reviews statements for accuracy and compliance, maintains client relationships, improves accounting processes, and collaborates with senior management. Requires strong accounting expertise, leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

Property Management Company | Western Connecticut

Our growing property management company in Western Connecticut is seeking an experienced and driven Client Accounting Director to lead our client accounting operations and deliver exceptional accounting and financial support to our diverse client portfolio.

This leadership role is responsible for overseeing a team of five accounting professionals and managing the financial and accounting needs of 115 clients. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with strong accounting expertise, excellent organizational skills and a commitment to providing outstanding client service.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 5 accounting employees.

· Oversee the financial and accounting activities for onboarding new clients and approximately 115 clients.

· Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.

· Review and analyze financial statements and reports for accuracy and compliance.

· Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a trusted financial resource.

· Coordinate workflow, establish priorities, and ensure departmental objectives are met.

· Develop and improve accounting processes and internal controls.

· Support management with financial analysis and strategic recommendations.

· Collaborate with other department directors and senior management on a daily basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.

· Proven experience in accounting, preferably within property management, real estate, or a related industry.

· Demonstrated leadership and staff management experience.

· Strong working knowledge of:

o Microsoft Office Suite

o Microsoft Excel

o QuickBooks

· Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

· Knowledge or Community Associations, Caliber software and/or Town Square software, a plus.


Compensation

Compensation will be competitive and determined based on the candidate's education, training, certifications, and relevant experience.

Benefits & Perks

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

· 401(k) retirement plan

· Comprehensive healthcare coverage

· Paid vacation time

· Paid sick time

· Personal time off

· Paid company holidays

· Professional and collaborative work environment

· Opportunities for growth and advancement

Why Join Us?

· Opportunity to lead an established accounting team.

· Collaborative and professional work environment.

· Meaningful role supporting a large and diverse client portfolio.

· Competitive compensation package based on qualifications and experience.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and qualifications for consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
  • Proven accounting experience, preferably in property management, real estate, or a related industry
  • Leadership and staff management experience
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Working knowledge of QuickBooks
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of community associations
  • Knowledge of Caliber software
  • Knowledge of Town Square software
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The Company
HQ: Atlanta, GA
450 Employees

What We Do

Community Management Associates (CMA) is a distinguished leader in the association management industry, providing professional leadership and management services to community associations, developers, and residents. They specialize in redefining community leadership through high-quality, transparent service, managing the operations, communications, and finances of communities across states including Georgia, Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Mississippi.

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