Senior Association Accountant

Overview

This is a hybrid position working 2/3 days in Dallas home office, and 2/3 days in Whitney, TX at the HOA community White Bluff. 

The Sr. Association Accountant is responsible for preparing monthly financial statements for the Homeowner Association and Condo Association.  Responsibilities include preparing a comprehensive financial statement write-up, including bank reconciliations, account and variance analysis, and preparing all balance sheet supporting schedules.  

The Senior Association Accountant also provides exemplary service consistent with the values and mission of the Castle Group.  He or she performs all responsibilities while demonstrating outstanding customer service skills representative of Castle Royal Service as it relates to this function. This includes working interdepartmentally, as well as, with our external customers. 

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce accurate monthly financial statements for Castle Associations to include the following: 

• Balance Sheet and Income Statement (including variance analysis and explanations) 

• Monthly bank reconciliations for each bank account  

• Prepaid expense and insurance schedules 

• Accrued expense schedule.  

• Any other balance sheet or income statement supporting schedules. 

• Review and analyze all subsidiary ledgers for accuracy.  

• Create monthly journal entries and year-end entries as provided by CPA’s. 

• Manage a large volume of complex accounts with accuracy and attention to detail. 

• Collaborate with property managers, board members, and auditors to address financial inquiries and support audits. 

• Perform special projects or other duties as assigned by management, including financial analysis and reporting enhancements. 

• Other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and Experience 

• Bachelors in business administration degree with a concentration in accounting or finance is required. 

• Minimum of 5 years related accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

• Industry experience preferred with a focus on managing a portfolio of HOA and/or Condominium associations.  

• Experience in full cycle Financial Statement Preparation is a must.  

• Experience with accounting software and/or Adobe Reader and Writer a plus. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills creating effective customer-focused relationships with all levels within the organization.  

• Able to work under tight deadlines and use time effectively based on key priorities.   

• Intermediate to advanced command of computer hardware/software is required; specifically, proficient in the knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.  

Skills and Abilities 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills creating effective customer-focused relationships with all levels within the organization.  

• Able to work under tight deadlines and use time effectively based on key priorities. Prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines, especially during month-end and year-end close processes. 

• Intermediate to advanced command of computer hardware/software is required; specifically, proficient in the knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including but not limited to; Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.  

• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in financial statements, reconciliations, and data entry. 

• Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and perform variance analysis. 

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.  

Physical requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

 

• Able to work under pressure, maintain composure, and utilize good judgment during emergency/difficult and stressful situations. 

• Ability to  

• lift up to 5