Accounting Director

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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

The Accounting Director is responsible for training all client GL accounting staff and assisting in all aspects of Association accounting processes. This is an accounting support position in a fast paced centralized accounting services environment providing financial services to community associations throughout North America.

• Supervises client accounting and customer service staff
• Assigns branch portfolios/tasks to client accounting staff based on experience, skill level, and abilities
• Trains and mentors client accounting staff and assists in all aspects of association accounting processes
• Conducts final review of assigned monthly Association financial reports
• Supports community Association Manager and Association Board of Directors as requested
• Works with supporting departments (A/R, A/P, Data, Association Payroll, Tax, and Investment teams) on issue resolution using sound business acumen

• Bachelor's Degree with minimum 6 years of experience or minimum 10 years experience general ledger accounting; preferably 2 years experience at the controller level
• Minimum 3 years as an Accounting Manager supervising staff accountants
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Association of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) guidelines
• Able to interpret and apply industry related law
• Experience in budget development and implementation
• Strong problem solving skills with acute attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines and goals
• Ability to professionally communicate both internally and externally with individuals at all levels of an organization, including senior leadership
• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting managing people; flexible, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced business environment
• Skilled in being a self-motivating, analytical, and proactive team player
• Exceptional communication skills - listening, written, and verbal
• Exceptional time management skills
• Understanding of, or experience in, the Community Association Management Industry 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.