Accounting Manager

KEYSTONE PACIFIC PROPERTY MANAGEMENT; San Mateo (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Performance bonuses

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Training and mentorship

Job summary

Keystone Pacific Property Management, LLC is a premier community management firm seeking a Director of Accounting to lead client services and General Ledger functions. The role oversees a team of Association Controllers, ensures timely financial statements, and drives budgeting and financial strategy for HOA portfolios.

The position emphasizes people-management, stakeholder communication, and collaboration with managers, developers, boards, and third-party providers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• 5+ years in leadership overseeing multi-entity or portfolio accounting.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Accounting/General Ledger.
• CPA experience desired.
• Real Estate experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Establish department goals aligned with company objectives and HOA client expectations.
• Oversee Controllers and their teams to ensure monthly financials are accurate and timely.
• Prepare monthly financial statements for key accounts.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate team members for high performance.
• Participate in hiring and staff development within budget guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with Keystone's Core Values and HR policies.

Skills

Leadership

Accounting expertise

Communication

Time management

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field

High School Diploma or GED

CPA experience (desirable)

Tools

Vantaca

Microsoft Excel

Word/Outlook

Job description

Description

Keystone Pacific Property Management, LLC is a prestigious community management firm headquartered in Irvine, CA, with offices throughout Northern and Southern California, Colorado, and Idaho. Since 1982, we have led the way in providing superior customer care for our clients in planned-unit developments, condos, mixed-use, commercial, new project developments, large-scale onsite communities, and master-planned community associations.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Director of Accounting to join our amazing environment with an opportunity for continuous growth and development. For more information, please continue reading below!

Summary

Responsible for leading and overseeing the client services and General Ledger function, managing a team of Association Controllers and their respective teams. Ensures timely and accurate completion of financial statements, supports full-cycle accounting operations, drives the budgeting process, and manages escalations. Works with the community association managers, general managers, property developers, community association Board of Directors and third-party service providers on financial matters. Combines strong technical accounting expertise with proven people-management and stakeholder-communication skills to build and manage their team effectively.

Why Join Keystone?

Keystone is a company dedicated to empowering our team members to improve people's lives beyond expectations. We set ourselves apart by providing an excellent level of service to our team members and clients.

As a member of our team, your talents will be nurtured, and your contributions will be supported in a value-based environment that fosters the type of professional quality our customers have come to rely upon.

We provide an environment for people that nurtures leadership and promotes personal success and rewards those who exceed expectations. We foster a culture of open feedback and continuous growth.

We're thrilled to share that Keystone is officially certified as a Great Place to Work! This recognition reflects our commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive. We invite you to learn more about what makes Keystone special by checking out our certification details here.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid and Flexible working arrangements
• Work-Life Balance
• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Training and Mentorship from Successful Leaders in the HOA Industry
• Support for Continued Education
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Medical (HMO and PPO), Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Pet Savings
• Pre-Paid Legal
• Employer Paid Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Financial and Health/Wellness Education
• Bereavement and Mandated Leave of Absence Applicable
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 Paid Holidays (Floating Holiday/Half Days/Early office closure before certain major holidays)

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Establish department goals aligned with company objectives and HOA client expectations.
• Ensures monthly financials are accurate and timely by overseeing Controllers and their teams.
• Prepares timely and accurate monthly financial statements for key accounts monthly.
• Troubleshoots and resolves accounting issues in collaboration with community management.
• Meets with clients to understand and plan financial needs.
• Oversees general ledger department processes and procedures.
• Responsible for directing Team Members to achieve results by providing guidance to ensure departmental success.
• Leads, monitors, and develops Team Members by providing supervision, feedback, coaching, and delivering recognition and rewards to ensure high performance.
• Participates in the hiring process by interviewing candidates and selecting those that best meet staffing needs.
• Mentors, coaches, and evaluates controllers to ensure high performance and professional development.
• Conducts performance evaluations and makes merit decisions for team within budget and established guidelines.
• Participates in management trainings and follows all Human Resources policies.
• Ensures the team receive any required training as needed.
• Manages special projects as requested.
• Practices and adheres to Keystone's Core Values, Mission, and Vision.
• Any additional job duties as required by the supervisor.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Must maintain a MVR that meets Company insurance requirements.
• Must have reliable transportation and the ability to drive.
• Expert knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to lead and coordinate team members in a high-volume, time sensitive environment.
• Excellent employee relations skills and ability to engage team members to foster a high level of employee satisfaction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to perform above duties with minimal supervision.
• Verifiable references.
• Able to pass a background check.

Education and/or Experience

• Prior experience in HOA accounting and proficiency with Vantaca software.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Accounting/General Ledger.
• 5+ years in leadership overseeing multi-entity or portfolio accounting.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPA experience is desired.
• Real Estate experience is desired.

Work Environment

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit, stand, and operate business equipment.
• Ability to drive to communities.
• Typical office environment with low level noise exposure.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system, send an email to [e-mail] for assistance. Please include a description of your requested accommodation, your name, and contact information. Note: This email address is not for general employment inquiries. Keystone will not respond to inquiries that are not related to the accessibility of the online application system by individuals with disabilities.

Keystone Pacific Property Management, LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be subject to a Background and DMV Check.