Accounting Manager

EQT Exeter is seeking an Accounting Manager for the Company's Property Management subsidiary, Redwood Residential, located in our corporate office in Radnor, PAThe position will report directly to the Controller. This position will be 5 days in the office.

The Accounting Manager will work closely with the Controller by assisting in managing the day-to-day accounting operations to ensure that objectives are achieved, and deadlines are met. This includes responsibility for overseeing the Property Accounting and AP teams, overseeing intercompany transactions, interacting with external auditors, and acting as a liaison between accounting and other departments within the company.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish a strong hands-on working knowledge of the accounting software and systems to include all month-end processes and journal entries
• Work directly with Controller to coordinate month-end financial closing, including meeting deadlines and standards for completion of financial statements
• Provide supervision and mentorship to the Property Accounting team including 3 Property Accountants and an Accounts Payable Associate
• Review property month-end financials
• Manage the accounts payable process ensuring sufficient cash flow and the timely execution of weekly payables runs
• Manage intercompany activity
• Review account reconciliations and monthly account analysis
• Oversee the annual 1099 reporting process
• Prepare financial analysis as requested
• Work with external auditors to ensure financial statements are in compliance with GAAP and company policy
• Assist with new property acquisitions and system transitions
• Engage with other department leadership as needed to assist with accounting questions including a monthly all department meeting

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA a plus, but not required
• 7+ years' experience in accounting with management experience, preferably in real estate
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills to successfully interact with financial and non-financial personnel
• Attention to detail with an emphasis on completing tasks on time
• Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously with changing priorities
• Willingness to learn with a drive for self-improvement for themselves and the Company
• Adherence to Company values, including honesty and integrity