Corporate Accounting Manager

Roots Management Group is a manufactured housing community (MHC) investment platform and management company that aims to increase the availability of high‑quality, affordable housing options by acquiring, investing in, and operating MHCs. The organization emphasizes communication, empowerment, relationships, and continuous growth, and prides itself on rewarding its teams for reaching goals and achieving results.

As one of the fastest‑growing manufactured housing community operators in the country, Roots provides a challenging, inspiring, and transformative work environment. Employees are encouraged to take initiative, collaborate closely with teammates, and focus on service excellence while maintaining respect, teamwork, and sincerity in every interaction.

We are currently seeking a dynamic and collaborative Corporate Accounting Manager. The Corporate Accounting Manager will work closely with the VP of Corporate Accounting and will be a key contributor to the accounting operations. Strong knowledge of GAAP is required, along with solid communication, technology, organizational and analytical skills. Responsibilities include full‑cycle month‑end close, consolidated financial statement preparation and reporting, reconciliations, and establishing and maintaining internal controls.

Previous supervisory experience is required.

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare consolidated financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP.
• Assess, establish, and maintain internal controls and document procedures. Monitor departmental workflows to automate processes and enhance efficiency while ensuring accuracy.
• Train, supervise, and review the work of the accounting staff, including responsibilities such as journal entries, month‑end close, property bill‑backs, cash management, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.
• Collaborate with direct reports to establish annual goals and objectives, monitoring progress to support their professional development.
• Gain a deep understanding of the company’s financial reporting and general ledger structure.
• Record and ensure appropriate cut‑off of revenue in compliance with ASC 606 recognition standards.
• Oversee the recording of acquisitions, dispositions, and other complex accounting entries.
• Prepare monthly budget‑to‑actual and forecast variance analysis, assisting with annual budget preparation.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of consolidated monthly financial information.
• Collaborate with other departments, including property accounting, homes, and capital expenditure teams, to enhance financial reporting and operational efficiency.
• Assist third‑party tax firms and external auditors with annual filings and audits, coordinating requests for prepared‑by‑client documentation.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support the team and the overarching goals of the organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in public accounting or other relevant roles, with 2+ years in a leadership, supervisory, or managerial capacity.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Experience in real estate, investment accounting, asset management or REITs is highly desirable.
• Highly motivated individual that works well in a high‑growth environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to deliver results in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting and ability to reconcile data to the general ledger and filed return.
• High proficiency with data analysis and knowledge of spreadsheet and database tools.
• Ability to be highly technical with respect to gaining an understanding of the functionality of various systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Assist in the annual budget process.
• Experience in streamlining processes and process design or improvement.
• Ability to assess issues, make quick decisions, implement solutions, and influence change at various levels of staff and management.
• Experience in dealing with change management and company integrations.
• Abili…