Financial Accounting Manager

Job Details: Job Location: Gardant Management Solutions - Kankakee, IL, Salary Range: $50000.00 - $60000.00Salary, Responsibilities:

Coordinates and performs monthly financial close in accordance with GAAP and accrual accounting
Reviews income statements and balance sheets ensuring accuracy and completeness with ability to investigate and explain variances
Manages cash activity including bank reconciliations, cash flow analysis, and bond operating transfers
Oversees reserves and reserve reimbursement requests with clear understanding of reserve structures
Supports annual audits, quarterly audit requests, SOX testing (as applicable), and lender/owner inquiries
Ensures compliance with financial, regulatory, and contractual reporting requirements
Oversees financial operations, fund requests, and compliance reporting for communities in the preopening phase
Assists with acquisition onboarding, including review of previous financials, creation of initial budgets, coordination of utility transfers, and setup of new vendors
Supports new site onboarding with financial education and training
Develops and manages annual operating budgets using Solver
Prepares budget-to-actual analyses, cost reports and financial compliance reports as required
Participates in ownership calls, budget presentations, and financial discussions
Qualifications: Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance 
Demonstrates analytical skills with comprehension and application of GAAP
Detail oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Previous experience with senior housing preferred
Experience with Solver, Intacct, or Yardi hosted property management software and other applications preferred

Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Employer-subsidized gym membership & wellness program
EAP & Maven family planning program
401(k) with biweekly employer match
Outside-In Employee Referral Program
Intentional work-life balance supported with competitive Paid Time Off
Self-service payroll & tools (PayCom)