Director of Corporate Finance

Renters Warehouse; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A real estate management company located in Minneapolis is looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee general accounting functions including financial reporting and internal controls. The ideal candidate will lead an accounting team, manage month-end and year-end processes, and ensure compliance with GAAP. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and a minimum of 7 years' experience, including supervisory experience, are required. This role is fully onsite and offers the opportunity to impact the financial health of the company.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency with cloud-based accounting systems preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting functions including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Lead and develop accounting team members.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Cloud-based accounting systems

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or CFA certification

Tools

Cloud-based accounting software

Job description

Job Summary

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the general accounting functions, including expense/payroll payments, revenue recognitions, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month‑end and year‑end close processes. This position ensures accurate and timely financial reporting while maintaining strong internal controls and adherence to accounting policies and procedures. The Accounting Manager works extensively in cloud‑based general ledger and property management systems, leads and develops accounting team members, and collaborates with auditors and senior leadership to support business planning, compliance, and continuous process improvement. This role plays a key part in the company’s annual audit and other special projects as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Work extensively in cloud‑based general ledger accounting and property management software systems.
• Prepare and post journal entries for general accruals and others, including but not limited to cost allocations, amortization, leases, debt and interest payments, accounts payable, accounts receivable, income taxes and payroll.
• Perform bank reconciliations and other balance sheet reconciliations, including but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, accrued expenses, and prepaid expenses.
• Monitor and manage company cash flow, bank balances, and transfers to ensure liquidity and optimize the use of company funds.
• Manage month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Lead and develop accounting team members by providing training, guidance, and performance feedback.
• Collaborate with auditors and senior leadership to support business planning and compliance initiatives.
• Play a key role in the company’s annual external audit.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency with cloud‑based accounting systems and property management software preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial reporting and analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to manage month‑end and year‑end close processes accurately and efficiently.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• High level of integrity and commitment to maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in financial records.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA or CFA certification preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role. Preferably in an accounting firm.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and sit at a desk working on a computer for multiple hours a day. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands to handle or touch objects, tools, or controls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment

Remote Status: Fully onsite
Travel Requirements: N/A
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet.