Saul Centers, Inc. is a self-managed, self-administered equity real estate investment trust, formed in 1993. Saul Centers operates and manages a real estate portfolio of 61 community and neighborhood shopping center and office properties totaling approximately 9.8 million square feet of leasable area.
Saul Centers’ primary operating strategy is to continue its program of internal growth, renovations, and expansions of community and neighborhood shopping centers that primarily service the day-to-day necessities and services subsector of the overall retail market.
Position Summary
Assists Controller and Assistant Controller as needed and direct staff in compliance with day-to-day operations of the department. Oversees the direction of the Saul Centers, Inc. Accounting Department staff and complies with established Operating Policies and Procedures.
Summary of Competitive Benefits & Perks:
- Health/Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Bonus/Target Incentive
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Complimentary usage of modern in-house fitness center
- On-premise full-service dining center discounts
- Discounts via the company’s EAP
- Monthly Employee Recognition Programs
- Referral bonus
- Pre-tax transportation options
- Plus more!
Accounting Manager's Duties & Responsibilities:
- Reviews and approves accounts payable edits:
- Manage day to day operations of accounts payable clerk
- Ensure proper account classification
- Ensure proper approval of invoice
- Ensure accurate and timely payment in accordance with company policy
- Assist in preparation of monthly operating statements:
- Review month end tax recovery accruals from assigned accountant (s)
- Explain utility expense and recovery variances to budget
- Manage day to day operations of accounts receivable clerk
- Manage day to day operations of property administrator
- Reviews Consumer Price Index increases.
- Manage day-to-day operations of department overseeing a current staff of nine:
- Supervision of project accountants to ensure completion of daily responsibilities
- Effective training of project accountants to include cross training of all functions.
- Developing and nurturing a team of project accountants who are focused on the department’s priorities through daily interaction, staff meetings, coaching and counseling.
- Maintain an effective relationship with the accounting staff
- Review and ensure accurate and timely year end billing to tenants.
- Review and distribute rent rolls:
- Track pending leases to ensure timeliness of initial rental billing
- Identify potential problems or issues and bring to supervisor attention
- Assist in preparation of documentation from annual audit and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley.
- Maintain supplemental tenant receivable schedule for payment plans and deferrals.
- Special projects as directed by Controller and/or Assistant Controller.
Accounting Manager, Selection Criteria Job Requirements (Skills/Abilities):
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
- CPA preferred.
- 5 to 7 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Prior public accounting experience preferred.
- Prior supervisory experience.
- Working knowledge of applicable accounting standards and SEC reporting requirements.
- Landlord / tenant accounting experience preferred.
- Ability to interact with senior management.
- Able to meet multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong Excel skills.
- Analytical and Energetic with a “Can Do” attitude.
The actual base pay offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Base pay is one component of Saul Centers Inc. total compensation package, which also includes access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, bonus plans and more.
Saul Centers, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We promote diversity and equality within all facets of our organization, and we foster an environment that recognizes employees’ unique skillsets and ensure that all employees have an equal opportunity to grow and advance.
If you are a candidate in need of assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact corporate.resumes@bfsaul.com or 301-986-6000.
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