Chief Accounting Officer

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Chief Accounting Officer 

 

The Amherst Residential (“AR”) Chief Accounting Officer is responsible for all technical accounting research, documentation and its application to both internal and external reporting. The role will lead the monthly and quarterly review of all key transactions (sales, purchases, fund formation) and help in the advancement of AR’s internal controls. This position will play an integral role in the Financial Accounting and future SEC Reporting Function as the company investigates a potential public offering. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled and process oriented comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. The Chief Accounting Officer must maintain a results-driven approach and hold him/herself accountable for results.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

This role is an individual contributor that may develop into leading a team. The individual will work closely with the existing finance, strategy and operations teams. A successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • The evaluation of all significant accounting transactions, research and implementation of relevant accounting technical standards, and preparation of technical accounting memos supporting all accounting positions
  • Preparing and submitting accounting position papers to the company’s external auditors for new funds and investment structures to ensure proper accounting from day 1 for each structure
  • Preparing quarterly consolidated cash flow statements
  • Assisting in the preparation of the Company’s quarterly Board and Board Committee reviews
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of SOX controls necessary to prepare the company for a possible public offering including preparation of the Company’s Form 10-Q and Form 10-K filings and associated consolidated financial statements, footnotes, management's discussion and analysis and supporting schedules
  • Leading the implementation of new technical accounting guidance and training
  • Collaborating with AR’s Controllers and the Director of Internal Audit for the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and internal controls, as needed
  • Challenging and understanding financial information so that issues are resolved and financial results are properly recorded and presented
  • Coordinating with external auditors for quarterly reviews and year-end audit process
  • Other duties as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 10-15 years of experience working in technical accounting/finance is required
  • Advanced understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and the ability to apply GAAP to new and existing transactions and proven ability to document and support accounting conclusions
  • Demonstrate clear proficiency in SEC reporting requirements and research
  • Experience in SOX guidance to prepare the company for a potential public offering
  • Experience with Yardi helpful
  • Real estate industry experience required
  • Robust interpersonal skills, work with little supervision and attention to detail
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Ability to prioritize assignments, deal with interruptions, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment
  • Audit experience a plus to identify control weaknesses and develop solutions for rapid implementation
  • Highly proficient in MS office applications: Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelors in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA designation required

 

WE OFFER:
Amherst Holdings LLC is a privately held corporation and is located in West Austin with beautiful views of Lake Austin and the loop 360 bridge in a beautifully renovated modern workspace with the latest technologies. 
We offer a competitive compensation package including bonus, 401k, flexible PTO, 11 paid holidays, accrued sick/personal time, employer paid benefits (medical, dental, vision), maternity/paternity paid leave, life insurance and more. Other perks include on-premise fitness center,  lockeroom /showers, free snacks, and beverages, breakfast taco Thursday and daily catered lunches!

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Austin at our HQ with beautiful views of Lake Austin in a modern office as well as our second office in the top floor of the Frost Tower downtown

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