Community Association Manager - Portfolio

CAMS (Community Association Management Services); Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CAMS (Community Association Management Services) in Greenville, NC, is seeking a Community Manager to oversee a portfolio of HOAs. You will build strong relationships with boards, manage finances, and coordinate maintenance with vendors to ensure smooth daily operations.

You will lead budget development, present reports to boards, attend meetings, and supervise on-site staff as needed. A collaborative, technically proficient candidate thrives here.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and vendors.
• Strong proficiency in learning and using new technology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience reviewing and analyzing financial reports.
• Familiarity with HOA insurance policies and risk management.
• Understanding of contractual bidding processes and vendor negotiations.
• Knowledge of proper meeting procedures and governance for HOA boards.
• Ability to develop and maintain a comprehensive working budget.

Responsibilities

• Maintain open and proactive communication with the board of directors and homeowners.
• Guide the board in making budget decisions, including presenting budgets.
• Analyze monthly financial reports and create variance reports for transparency.
• Generate and present monthly management reports to the board.
• Coordinate and oversee maintenance projects with vendors and contractors.
• Ensure daily operations of the community run smoothly and efficiently.
• Regularly attend board and internal meetings.
• Supervise on-site staff (if applicable).
• Develop and oversee annual operating budgets and mid-year forecasts with HOA committees.
• Recommend and oversee third-party service providers and contractors.
• Provide recommendations for aesthetic, maintenance, and safety improvements.
• Engage with HOA committees (Finance, ARC, Infrastructure, etc.).
• Oversee on-site work order processes and collaborate with external professionals.
• Ensure emergency preparedness and storm management protocols.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Relationship building

Tech-savvy

MS Office proficiency

Financial report analysis

Vendor negotiations

Budget development

Board governance

Education

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Why CAMS Needs You
As a CAMS Community Manager, you will manage a portfolio of homeowner’s associations, build strong relationships with your boards of directors, and provide them with trusted guidance. This role requires a balance of financial expertise and excellent interpersonal skills to help communities thrive. Our managers are supported internally by teams of specialists dedicated to assisting both you and the communities we serve.

What You'll Do Here

• Maintain open and proactive communication with the board of directors and homeowners.
• Guide the board in making informed financial decisions, including preparing and presenting budgets.
• Analyze monthly financial reports and create variance reports to ensure transparency and accuracy.
• Generate and present monthly management reports to the board.
• Coordinate and oversee maintenance projects, working closely with vendors and contractors.
• Ensure daily operations of your community run smoothly and efficiently.
• Regularly attend board meetings as well as internal meetings.
• Supervise administrative and maintenance staff (if applicable).
• Manage short- and long-term objectives and goals of the HOA.
• Develop and recommend the annual operating budget and mid-year forecast in collaboration with HOA committees.
• Recommend and oversee third-party service providers and contractors.
• Provide recommendations for aesthetic, maintenance, and safety improvements to the community.
• Engage with HOA committees such as Finance, ARC, Infrastructure, Landscaping, Marine, and Security, providing guidance to drive excellence.
• Supervise the on-site work order process (if applicable).
• Work closely with external professionals, including engineers, attorneys, insurance professionals, and construction management firms.
• Ensure emergency preparedness and consistent execution of storm management protocols.
• Perform additional job functions as assigned, including direct oversight of on-site staff.

Requirements

• Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and vendors.
• Strong proficiency in learning and using new technology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience reviewing and analyzing financial reports.
• Familiarity with HOA insurance policies and risk management.
• Understanding of contractual bidding processes and vendor negotiations.
• Knowledge of proper meeting procedures and governance for HOA boards.
• Ability to develop and maintain a comprehensive working budget.

Preferred Education, Licensing, and Experience

• 1-2 years of experience in HOA management (strongly preferred).
• CAI designation(s) strongly preferred.
• Associate degree or higher preferred.