Director of Accounting

Real Estate development and construction company is looking for a Director of Accounting who is self-motivated and has demonstrated analytical, problem solving and communication skills, a strong background in accounting and financial reporting, focuses on attention to detail and has the ability to work well in a fast paced, team environment. This position also requires a real estate financial accounting background. The Director will report directly to Todd Copeland, Principal of RST Development.

Scope of Work:

• Management of the daily functioning of the financial accounting process for a real estate and development company, as well as for all related ownership and management entities.
• Provide comprehensive financial reports and updates to Owners. Manage the preparation of annual budgets and periodic reporting on income and cash flows, including variance analysis for each operating property.
• Oversight and management of year-end tax reporting and compliance, including year-end workpaper preparation, review of all tax returns and k-1 forms for operating and ownership entities, in coordination with an outside CPA firm.
• Assist in evaluating coverage and premium options for all lines of insurance coverage for operating and ownership entities, including General Liability, Umbrella, Property, Environmental Liability, Directors and Officers Liability coverage, etc. in coordination with an outside insurance consultant. Prepare/provide all required applications and required supporting documents and ensure timely payment of all premiums. Periodically review claim activity.
• Cash management responsibilities, including analysis of short and long-term cash requirements, and management of short-term liquidity investments. Preparation of analyses of cash available/required and prepare calculations necessary for periodic distributions from both operating property entities and holding/investment companies. Review the documentation supporting all disbursements.
• Assist in the negotiation and management of service contracts, as necessary.
• Function as a key advisor/resource for the Owners. Provide Owners with information and analysis to support operational and strategic decision making and business development.
• Work closely with the Controller and assist Owners with special assignments and inquiries as needed.

Requirements:

1. CPA certification required: 
2. At least 5 years of experience in accounting.
3. Previous tax and audit real estate and/or construction experience, a plus.
4. Ability to work in office in Virginia Beach
5. Ability to articulate thoughts, solutions, ideas and strategies effectively in both written and verbal form.
6. Self-motivated, hands-on accountant, who is detail oriented, analytical, and has a strong working knowledge of multi-family real estate financial, management, and operating issues.
7. Proficiency with PC-based business accounting and financial spreadsheet software applications.
8. Strong, proactive problem solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to directly address multiple priorities simultaneously, while meeting deadlines.
9. Experience with Real Page or Sage Intacct software is a plus.

Compensation

·     Annual Salary is commensurate with current skillset and experience

·     We offer a total compensation package offering a comprehensive benefits package

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Supplemental Benefits (Life, STD, Hospital, Pet, and more)
• Company paid (LTD, Basic Life Insurance)
• 401K (Company Match)
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays