Why Al. Neyer?
Al. Neyer is a 100% employee-owned real estate developer with a vertically integrated design-build construction firm. Al. Neyer has nearly 200 employee-owners working in real estate development, design-build construction, capital raising and supporting roles in Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Nashville, and Raleigh. Our growth is fueled by a strong commitment to our core values and the constant cultivation of a best-in-class team.
We put a high premium on the kind of people who dig the details and have the skills to orchestrate them to perfection in a high-energy environment. We have longevity, a stellar reputation as a great partner to the communities in which we operate, and a detailed vision for our collective futures. All of this is built upon trust, strong relationships, and a drive to win.
Here at Al. Neyer, we pride ourselves on a culture that inspires, challenges, supports, and rewards our employee-owners. Our passion is contagious, our sleeves are always rolled up and our doors are always open to new inventive, collaborative team members.
Summary of Responsibilities
Al. Neyer’s Finance & Accounting team is hiring an Accounting Manager. Reporting to the CFO, this new role will be responsible for oversight of team members and have leadership responsibilities in the following key corporate areas: treasury, employee stock ownership program (ESOP), tax compliance and enterprise risk management (ERM). The role has significant cross-functional interaction and requires communication with senior levels of management. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation, at least 5 years of progressive career experience and has a desire to work in a role with diverse focus areas and a hunger to learn new and complex topics. So, if you like to dig the details, make big impacts and want to continue your growth journey, keep reading.
Essential Job Functions
Treasury
- Development & refinement of cash management strategies while ensuring desired liquidity for both Al. Neyer and sponsored real estate companies
- Monitor and forecast cash flow to meet operational and strategic needs
- Drive efficiency through the implementation of and creative use of technology resources
- Manage banking relationships, including the company’s line of credit, and negotiate favorable terms for financial services
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
- Oversee completeness & accuracy of all reconciliations
- Ensure accountability for timely setup and dissolution of sponsored real estate entity bank accounts
- Oversee accounts payable & accounts receivable
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Coordinate delivery of information to ESOP stakeholders (recordkeeper, valuation firm, auditors, tax advisor and outside counsel)
- Understand and review compliance and participant reporting
- Execute company-level ESOP accounting and coordinate the ESOP & 401k audits
- Partner with Human Resources in annual ESOP training programs and communications to ESOP participants
- Support CFO with other key aspects of the ESOP including board reporting on ESOP matters, budgeting for ESOP related expenses and ESOP sustainability modeling.
Taxes
- Prepare and maintain the monthly corporate tax provision for state and local taxes
- Assist in execution of corporate tax strategies with department leadership and external tax advisor
- Coordinate and review corporate tax return prepared by outside advisors
- Oversee real estate tax entity tax return/K-1 submission by outside service provider and review process
- Regulatory filings for the ESOP & 401k
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
- Support company leadership in ERM assessments in collaboration with department leaders ensuring processes and procedures are in place to mitigate risk
- Ensure proper documentation of policies and procedures is in place and work with information technology to mitigate key risks
- Lead ERM committee and maintain accountability to see initiatives through to completion
- Responsible for board of directors and related committee communication on enterprise risk
Essential Competencies
- Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
- Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
- Interpersonal Savvy - Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
- Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
- Courage - Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting with CPA or MBA preferred
- 5+ years of experience with 1+ years of management experience preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite with strong Excel skills required
- Demonstrated understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP)
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and to work cooperatively and collaboratively with individuals of diverse backgrounds and at all organizational levels
- Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple priorities while being detail oriented
- Ability to manage change and adapt to changing processes and procedures.
- Demonstrated initiative to continue to learn and broaden accounting and industry knowledge
- Proven ability to use technology to improve process and task efficiency.
Safety Hazard of the Job
Normal safety hazards associated with office work, and with occasional observational visits to construction sites.
Physical Demands
Low physical effort required to sit, stand at files, bend, stoop, lift, and walk. Maximum unassisted lift is 35 lbs. Average lift is less than 10 lbs. Requires ability to use a keyboard and monitor. Also requires the ability to communicate verbally, both in person and on the telephone. May require some travel by car or plane.
Environmental Requirements
Average inside office environment. Average office noise levels. No personal protective equipment is required. Ambient temperature is between 68F and 76F.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description is not a contract or offer for employment, and either you or Al. Neyer may terminate employment at any time for any reason.
