Director of Accounting

Associa; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Associa is seeking a seasoned Director of Accounting to lead our property management financial operations across multiple portfolios. You will oversee G/L, AP/AR, reconciliations, and owner distributions while mentoring onsite and virtual teams to deliver accurate, timely statements and reports.

Expertise in cash-basis accounting, trust accounting, and multi-property coordination is essential. A strong PM platform background (AppFolio, Yardi, Buildium, RealPage, Entrata) will drive process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years accounting experience in property management or real estate.
• Proficiency with AppFolio or similar PM platforms.
• Experience leading accounting teams onsite and virtually.
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with multi-entity or multi-property portfolios preferred.
• Familiarity with trust accounting and owner reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions for property management including GL, AP/AR, reconciliations and owner distributions.
• Manage and mentor the accounting team—onsite and virtual.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for property owners using cash basis accounting.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes across multiple properties/entities.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with standards and policies.
• Prepare and review owner statements, financial packages and performance reports.
• Manage priorities and deadlines for timely reporting and operational support.
• Identify process improvements and leverage technology to enhance efficiency.
• Oversee trust accounts and proper handling of client funds.
• Utilize PM platforms (AppFolio, etc.) to manage workflows and data integrity.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-department collaboration

Property accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

AppFolio

Yardi

Buildium

RealPage

Entrata

Job description

With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 11,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 43 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Accounting to lead the financial operations of our growing property management portfolio within RHOME, Associa's rental property management division. This role requires a hands-on leader with deep expertise in property accounting, strong operational oversight, and a commitment to accuracy in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in cash basis accounting and experience managing financials across multiple properties and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions related to property management, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and owner distributions
• Manage and mentor the accounting team -both onsite and virtual-, ensuring high performance, accountability and professional development
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for property owners using cash basis accounting
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes across multiple properties and entities
• Maintain and enforce internal controls, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies
• Prepare and review owner statements, financial packages, and performance reports
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines, ensuring timely delivery financial reporting and operational support
• Identify and implement process improvements, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Oversee trust accounts and ensure proper handling of client funds
• Utilize AppFolio software to manage accounting workflows, reporting, and data integrity
• Develop, train and educate accounting policies, procedures and internal controls to support scalable growth.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and stakeholders as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of accounting experience within property management or real estate
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines within a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative mindset with experience working across departments and remote teams
• Experience with client accounting and property financials
• Proficiency in AppFolio or similar property management platforms (e.g., Yardi, Buildium, RealPage, Entrata)
• Strong understanding of trust accounting and owner reporting
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills with the ability to explain complex accounting issues clearly and concisely to non-accountants
• Experience managing accounting for multi-entity or multi-property portfolios preferred
• Familiarity with property management compliance and regulatory requirements preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.