Southeast Texas Chapter - Texas Society of CPAs

Irving, TX USA

Looking for a bright career?

Are you looking to join an exciting company working in a positive team environment? MetroTex invites you to consider joining our company. We support one another as we provide superior service, training and support to our members in order to elevate their success in their daily real estate businesses.   

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for all areas relating to financial reporting and for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements for multiple related entities. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises a staff of accounts receivable/customer support staff, accounts payable/general ledger staff, and a retail store coordinator, with the responsibility to manage the team to ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources, while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Possesses and maintains a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure, including overseeing the inventory management and retail sales operations of the REALTOR Store.
• Ensures an accurate and timely monthly and year end close, and works with the external auditors to ensure all tax filings are made on a timely basis.
• Supervises and participates in preparing audit schedules and materials requested by the external auditing firm, and properly records all audit entries provided at the conclusion of the annual financial audit.
• Ensures the timely reporting of all biweekly payroll information, monthly financial information, and monthly/quarterly/annual financial statement and sales tax reporting.
• Serves as staff liaison to the Budget & Finance and Investment Committees- prepares annual budgets, schedules and forecasting, and investment reports for presentation to the Board of Directors.
• Manages cash reserves for the Association, working as needed with the Investment Managers to ensure liquidity is maintained while also maximizing investment opportunities.
• Ensures that policies and procedures (internal controls) are in place to provide reasonable assurance that the company assets are protected.
• Handles departmental personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc.
• Works with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year, and monitors and advises on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly supervises 6 employees within the Accounting department(s).

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, and five years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certificates, licenses and registrations required: CPA certification required
• Computer skills required: Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; particularly a high working knowledge using Excel. Prior experience working with Accounting Software required (Knowledge of Sage Intaact Accounting Package a plus), General knowledge of Internet Browser applications and Electronic Mail Software (Outlook).
• Must be able to legally work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Other skills required:
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
  • Strong interpersonal, supervisory and customer service skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast paced setting.
  • Experience with a large automated accounting system a plus.
  • Experience with an Association Management System a plus.

About MetroTex Association of REALTORS, Inc.

We are a dynamic team of staff professionals who deliver exceptional service to members of the MetroTex Association of REALTORS, Inc., North Texas Real Estate Information Network, Inc., MetroTex Commercial Data Exchange, Inc. and MetroTex Key Services, Inc. We embrace a culture of excellence while fostering an environment of teamwork, continuous training and professional growth. We strive to create and nurture positive employee and customer relationships, and as a member of our team, we count on you to grow with us and enable us to create new opportunities in the years to come.

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