Advisory Manager, Office of the CFO, Property Accounting - Cohen India

Position Description | Manager, Property Accounting
REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Accounting
Meet weekly with Property Accounting management for strategic planning
Meet weekly with full Property, Draw teams for planning, alignment
Communicate daily/weekly on important/pending items or process questions
Annual performance evaluation
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or related field)
Minimum of four years of experience in property accounting
CPA (or in process of completing CPA) preferred
Minimum two years in supervisory role
CORE COMPETENCIES
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Yardi
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving skills; organized and attentive to details
Ability to multi-task, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines; exercises sound judgement
A self-starter attitude, ability to work independently and collaborate with others
Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and writing skills; confidence in interactions with clients, senior leadership
Demonstrated ability to train, develop team members, provide constructive feedback and mentorship
Proven ability to set department goals, manage workflow, and allocate resources to ensure productivity, efficiency, and profitability
Positive track record of developing team members, cultivating positive culture within the department
Daily Responsibilities
Tasks/Deliverables
Monitor emails; respond to all requests within 24 hours
Oversee all department staff and activities, ensuring department deadlines are met
Provide technical assistance to property accountants
Liaise with leadership from other departments on technical issues as they arise
Develop and record department procedures
Assist in new staff training and onboarding
Serve as primary point of contact for clients regarding questions, concerns, and open items
Prepare reports and other schedules as requested.
Cover questions/deliverables for accountants who are out of office
Approve wires in the absence of the director
Stay up to date on monthly cyber-security training
Support senior leadership on special projects
Manage team members’ workflow, activities, and professional development
Direct training and onboarding activities for department
Suggest new processes and procedures to improve efficiency across the department, company, and client base
Monthly Responsibilities
Tasks/Deliverables
Review financials prepared by accountants
Ensure all client deadlines are met
Collaborate with the Fund team, Draw team and AP to resolve issues.
Review lender reports prior to client submission
Finalize agenda; facilitate monthly call with regional PMs to review updates, questions and concerns
Lead calls with client’s accounting team to review updates, questions and process improvements
Review, revise procedures completed by accountants, as needed
Quarterly/Annual Responsibilities
Tasks/Deliverables
Review CAM reconciliations,
Assist in completing audit requests
Assist Tax team with any questions that arise during return preparation
Set goals for department; develop workflow and manpower plans
Conduct quarterly review of team performance, progress toward established goals
Manage 30/60/90 reviews for newly hired staff
Manage annual performance evaluation process, goal planning for members of the team
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Position Execution
Delivers work product that is accurate and on time.
Plans and manages time efficiently; prioritizes tasks appropriately.
Demonstrates ownership of position and personal responsibility for outcomes; shows willingness to course correct as needed.
Software + Technology
Confidently navigates key technology, programs, systems, and software necessary for position.
Adapts quickly to new technology, software.
Compliance
Conducts activities in accordance with industry regulations, company standards.
Exercises sound judgement; upholds company values and HR policies.
Teamwork + Professionalism
Professional, responsive, and reliable.
Contributes to an environment of teamwork, respect, cooperation, and collaboration.
Communication
Expresses ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively.
Strong interpersonal skills, including listening and accepting constructive feedback.
Conveys confidence and capability in communications with team and clients.
Initiative
Takes personal responsibility for work product; shows willingness to course correct.
Demonstrates resourcefulness in solving problems.
Seeks increasing responsibility, expresses interest in broader company goals.
Who We Are
Sure, we like numbers. (But we’ll never treat you like one.)
At Cohen & Co Our Foundational Principles Offer Insight Into How We Achieve An Inclusive, Growth-oriented Culture That Fuels The Success Of Our Firm, Our Clients And Our People. In Particular, We Honor Our Foundational Principle Of “great People First” By
Championing the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion by embracing the unique stories, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that come from our people; and
Offering a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package, which allows each employee to use the benefits that best suits their needs. Our offerings go beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!
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Estimated Base Range
Base compensation offered to candidates are determined based on factors such as candidate's relevant skillset, experience, licensure, and certifications, as well as job responsibilities, geography, market considerations, and organizational needs. At Cohen & Co, we don't stop at setting ourselves apart by offering competitive base compensation. As part of our 'great people first' foundational principle, our firm offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that allows each employee to design a package that best suits their needs and goes beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to recharge and give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity of thought and background to build an inclusive and energized culture and better meet the needs of our clients.
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