AIR Communities Looking for Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting at Denver, Colorado Full Time

We†re looking for a Senior Accountant (SEC and Technical) to join our team.

You will serve as a key member of the SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting team. This is a critical role that has the opportunity to work with senior leadership and requires technical accounting and SEC reporting knowledge, and effective cross-functional collaboration skills. Specifically, this position will prepare SEC filings, write technical memos, and coordinate with the external audit team. This position also requires the application of accounting concepts, theories, and principals to develop solutions to problems.

A bit more about what you†ll do…

• Preparation and tie out of SEC filings, including Forms 10K, 10Q, 11K, as well as quarterly Earnings Releases and 8Ks as needed, ensuring all of which are in compliance with US GAAP and SEC rules and consistent with AIR†s business messaging.
• Assist in the planning, coordination and execution of the annual and quarterly SEC reporting processes and establish effective communication with cross functional partners.
• Review XBRL tagging for SEC filings.
• Research accounting guidance and prepare technical accounting memos for complex accounting issues and new accounting pronouncements.
• Provide audit support and act as a liaison between AIR and our external audit team.
• Prepare GAAP disclosure checklists.
• Perform and monitor SOX controls over financial reporting and technical accounting to ensure compliance.
• Review third party valuations of real estate acquisitions and prepare the related purchase price accounting.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and may exercise freedom to develop new or previously unused solutions to create efficiencies and implement change.Â
• Act as a subject matter expert for specialized accounting areas/systems, including training and troubleshooting in area of expertise.

Qualifications

Must have:

• Bachelor†s degree in Accounting;
• Active CPA license or actively working towards obtaining license
• 2-4 years professional accounting experience; audit and/or SEC reporting experience preferred
• Ability to multi-task and manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment, while exhibiting exceptional attention to detail
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to effectively communicate accounting results to both accounting and non-accounting customers at various levels of the organization
• Knowledge of GAAP
• Highly motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently

Nice to have:Â

• Master†s in AccountingÂ
• Knowledge of SEC rules and regulations, and SOX requirements
• Financial reporting software and ERP system experience preferred

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 $70,000- $90,000 + 10% annual bonus. 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.