Accounting Manager - Strategic Response Team

Company Description AIR Communities is one of the country's largest owners and operators of multifamily housing, managing high-quality communities across the country! At AIR, we value integrity, respect, collaboration, customer focus, and performance. These values are brought to life by our teammates, who are ultimately responsible for our success. When you join our team, you'll work alongside the most dedicated professionals in the industry and open the door to unlimited career opportunities.

We seek motivated professionals who excel in customer service, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

If you're inclined towards more challenging tasks and aspire to exceed expectations, our environment may align better with your ambitions, join us!

Where You Will Work:

Our corporate office is located in the Denver Tech Center. Our office spans the top two floors of the building and features expansive views of the mountains and the downtown skyline. AIR values relationships and the benefits from working side by side with teammates, therefore this position will be in-office 5 days a week to support the team.

Job Description Why AIR?

At AIR Communities, we're building more than apartment communities. We're building careers.

As a Blackstone portfolio company, AIR Communities combines the stability and resources of a globally recognized investment organization with the entrepreneurial environment of a growing real estate company. You'll have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, contribute meaningful work from day one, and gain exposure to a sophisticated real estate accounting environment.

What sets us apart:

Opportunity to grow your accounting career within a respected real estate organization

Exposure to corporate accounting, debt management, financial reporting, and analysis

Collaborative, supportive team culture focused on development and mentorship

Fast-paced environment where your contributions matter

Work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about excellence

Strong focus on professional growth and continuous learning

We are hiring an Accounting Manager to join our centralized team in the Denver Tech Center, CO, who will be responsible for:

Reviews and oversees high-priority initiatives across the accounting department, including rotational assignments.

Works independently and exhibits technical expertise and business knowledge.

Ensures accuracy of corporate financial records, which includes preparing and reviewing financial reports, journal entries, variance analysis, and roll forwards.

Acts as a subject matter expert for specialized accounting areas/systems, including training and trouble shooting in area of expertise.

Acts as Team Leader including onboarding new hires, leading projects, and resolving issues. Owns special projects that impact policies and procedures.

Complies with internal controls.

Collaborates among departments to share accounting data, improve efficiencies, and implement process improvements.

Keys to Success:

Detail Oriented:
You are consistently accurate, have an eye for detail and would always spot an error.

Motivated:
You are driven and strive to always put forth your best work. You are someone who wants to make an impact!

Team Focused:
You are passionate about collaboration and being part of a driven team! You take pride in your team’s contribution to the overall company success!

Energized:
You're determined and want to grow in your role. You seek opportunities to go the extra mile, and find time to focus on personal growth and development.

Qualifications Experience reviewing monthly journal entries, accruals, reclasses, etc.

Experience reviewing variance analysis.

Experience reviewing actual to budget/forecast analysis.

Experience with monthly,…