The Manager, Corporate Accounting oversees the corporate accounting month-end close process. They are responsible for the monthly financial analysis and other financial reports, as well as the preparation of financial statements and other financial information used to prepare 10K/10Q disclosures. Additionally, they direct the daily work of the Corporate Accountants.

JOB DUTIES

• Coordinates team member selection and development and ensures team members comply with appropriate policies and procedures.
• Adheres to Suns Timekeeping Policy by reviewing, verifying accuracy, approving and submitting direct report(s) time recorded.
• Partners with Team Relations on team member counseling and recommendation of termination when appropriate.
• Conducts team member performance reviews and recommends compensation adjustments.
• Assists with the preparation of annual budgets.
• Monitors month-end close progress to ensure deadlines are met.
• Develops, implements and maintains balance sheet reconciliation process.
• Identifies process improvements in the accounting process and plays a key role in current improvement initiatives.
• Reviews month-end journal entries and supporting documents to ensure accuracy.
• Assists senior management with addressing issues and/or questions related to the monthly financial operating results and provides analysis of actual vs. budget variances.
• Performs ad hoc analysis to support the monthly management reporting process; develops and enforces internal controls over financial reporting.
• Interacts on a daily basis with team members throughout the company to discuss new transactions and resolve accounting issues as they arise.
• Develops and maintains various accounting policies and procedures as necessary.
• Builds and maintains relationships with key external parties including internal and external auditors.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field (Required)
• Master's Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field (Preferred)
• 6 years accounting experience with financial statement responsibility
• 3 years public accounting experience
• 2 years supervisory experience
• 6 months prior public accounting and/or experience at an international company with multiple entities
• 6 months consolidation and foreign currency translation experience
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Knowledge of and proficiency in U.S. GAAP
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Advanced computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as the ability to use email and internet

BENEFITS

At Sun Communities, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with great pay, advancement opportunities, paid time off, great benefits, and flexibility.

• Comprehensive Medical and Prescription coverage with 4plan optionsso you can choose the plan that best meets the needs of you and your family
• Comprehensive Dental and Vision Plans
• On-Site Fitness Center with Free Personal Training & Group Fitness Classes
• Voluntary Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Life,Accidental Death &Dismemberment Insurance and Dependent Life
• Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Sun matching contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Identity Theft Insurance
• Legal Assistance Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement program providing financial support to team members who further their formal education
• Vacation RV Site Discounts for team members when visiting SunRV Resorts across the nation
• Team Member Perks & Discounts program with hundreds of discounts on things like travel, merchandise, mobile phone service, and more
• Up to six weeks of paid parental leave for the birth of achild, adoption, or placement of a child
• Paid Time Off including tenholidays, vacation, personal, sick time, bereavement and pay for jury duty

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