Director - Corporate Accounting
The Director of Corporate Accounting will oversee all required day-to-day accounting and financial reporting functions for the corporate entities of American Campus Communities (ACC) as well as supervise and mentor a staff of 10-15 of varying levels within the accounting department. This is a comprehensive position that requires a solid understanding of all aspects of accounting.
Job Responsibilities: (OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED)
- Review, coordinate and complete the preparation of accurate books and records for U.S. and Canadian corporate entities as well as owned and third-party properties under development.
- Supervise, mentor and train an on shore and offshore team including Accounts Payable, Development Accounting, and Corporate Accounting staff, seniors and supervisors.
- Understand and ensure compliance with internal controls and departmental policies and procedures.
- Implement new policies and procedures and modify existing policies and procedures to make the financial reporting/accounting processes more effective, streamlined and efficient.
- Prepare and review required Prepared by Client (PBC) schedules for internal and external audit as needed.
- Assist financial operations personnel and other company departments with questions and information requests as needed.
- Provide other support to Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting and other Finance leaders by managing or completing special projects and other periodically assigned duties.
- Prepare supporting schedules for BREIT requests.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Carries out supervisor responsibilities, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Coach, train and develop a team while managing the workflow and prioritization of projects and ensuring on-time execution and completion.
This position is based at our home office in Bee Cave, Texas.
American Campus Communities Culture Commitments:
- Our people are devoted to a culture of inclusion, diversity, and equality in the workplace and our communities. We are committed to intentionally executing an evolving set of goals specific to inclusion, diversity, and accountability, driven by empathetic leadership, and embraced by all.
- The core of American Campus culture involves everyone being fully invested in everything that we do down to picking up the smallest piece of trash in the office and around our communities. No matter their position or duration at the organization, everyone picks up trash.
- Serve as an American Campus representative and liaison in all interactions.
- Certain activities involved in this position may be photographed and/or video and audio recorded for quality control and/or training purposes. Compliance with the Photo, Video and Voice Recording Policy is a condition of employment.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree (B.B.A.) in Accounting preferred.
- Minimum 7 years related professional experience.
- 4+ years in a supervisor role managing a team.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP.
Certificates/Licenses:
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant) preferred.
Benefits & Perks
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Benefits:
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
- Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life Insurance
- Sick Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Pregnancy & Childbirth Leave
- Paid Paternity Leave
- Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Matching
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
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Perks:
- Preferred Membership Pricing at Local & National Companies
- CoreGiving Volunteer Days
- Referral Program
- Charity Matching Program
About American Campus Communities
American Campus Communities is the nation’s largest developer, owner and manager of high-quality student housing communities.
Whether we’re creating a new development, upgrading an acquired community, or partnering with a university to develop or manage on-campus housing, our goal is the same: deliver the best possible experience for students – at every price point.
And it’s not just about great living spaces and great amenities. It’s about giving students the resources and environment they need to succeed, both academically and personally.
Our Mission keeps us focused:
Our values help us get there.
Delivering the best possible student experience doesn’t just happen. It takes an unrelenting commitment to students, parents and educational institutions. It also takes a corporate culture built on shared values, a higher purpose, and a team of people who truly love what they do.
American Campus Communities is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, for employment.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
American Campus Communities is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, for employment.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.