AIR Communities Looking for Accounting Manager of Process and Policy at Arvada, Colorado Full Time

We are hiring a Manager of Accounting Policy, Process and Controls to join our centralized team located in the Denver Tech Center.Â

Reporting to the Director of Business Transformation and Accounting Process Excellence, this Manager of Accounting is a critical member of the Corporate Accounting & Reporting team. In this role, you will interface with leaders from across the organization, and will be responsible for the creation and oversight of AIR Communities†accounting policies and controls.Â

Responsibilities:Â

• Â Directs and creates accounting policies, operating procedures, and training materials
• Coordinates and supervises the Company’s quarterly review cycles for its accounting policy library and ensures any off-cycle review is conducted in a timely manner for any significant changes to existing accounting policies or changes triggered from accounting standard adoption.
• Collaborates with various teams and personnel to ensure continued focus on timeliness and quality of balance sheet account reconciliations to drive improvements in the effectiveness of related control(s).
• Supports the technical accounting and reporting team in providing information and analysis related to transactions, projects and processes as well as balance sheet reconciliation differences and potential errors or misstatements in terms of their financial impact to consolidated and individual filer level financial results.
• Ensures appropriate departments with the Company are consulted for accounting policy changes that may impact other functions or reporting).
• Identifies potential accounting policy gaps or new accounting standards (or modifications) that may warrant changes to existing accounting policies. Understands recent regulatory developments and trends regarding Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and identifies potential impacts to the global accounting organization’s processes and controls. Communicates any necessary changes and partners proactively with responsible teams and internal auditors to implement.
• Provides training and direction as needed to AIR accounting staff on Sarbanes Oxley requirements and recommendations for effective internal controls over financial reporting, including partnering with internal or external audit resources as needed

Keys to Success:

• Detail Oriented:Â You are consistently accurate, have an eye for detail and would always spot an error.
• Nimble Problem Solver: You proactively call out problems, while also providing recommendations and solutions. You are optimistic and say “Yes!” to finding an answer.
• Team Focused: You help team members see the importance of what they are doing. You provide guidance when needed, and have a track record of developing others; providing both constructive feedback and encouragement.Â
• Energized and Resilient: You are optimistic and display a positive attitude. You’re determined and maintain composure under stress. Â

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required with strong working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance framework and requirements and U.S GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Experience with balance sheet account reconciliation software and/or workflow enhancement preferred.Â
• Bachelor’s Degree and 6-8 years of relevant job experience with similar essential duties and/or public accounting experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Excellent management and verbal and written skills.

Additional Information

AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance at the individual, team and company levels. We start with a competitive base salary and add bonus opportunities and benefit choices topped off with:

• Expected pay of $90,000 – $110,000. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options available. HSA with company sponsored contributions, FSA (traditional and dependent care FSA).
• Short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(K) and Employee Stock Purchase Plans.
• Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Wellness Bonus Days, and Paid Sick Time.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Commuter Benefits and Pet-Insurance.
• Up to 100% Reimbursement on Professional Certification/Licensing for Job Related Curriculums.
• Discounted Rent at AIR communities (certain exclusions apply, and an application is required).
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks, following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Consumer discounts from various products and services including travel planning, wireless phones, health and fitness, home appliances, and more.
• 15Â hours of paid time annually to give-back to your community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth including realistic job previews, in person and virtual leadership training, and performance improvement courses.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.