Job Overview:

 

The Finance Manager is responsible for their portfolio of condominiums and/or cooperatives in

New York City. This position will require you to meet deadlines in the appropriate assigned projects. The ideal candidate must demonstrate organizational and multitasking skills and have strong financial acumen and ability to understand financial statements.

 

Finance Managers take a consultative approach to building stronger relationships with our boards and specifically our treasurers. We focus on maintaining trust with our clients and elevating the customer experience with FirstService. The focus of the relationship is to provide decision support and analysis that will help the buildings have a stronger financial position.

 

The Finance Manager will act as a strategic intermediary between financial reporting, property management, and the external Board of Directors ("Clients"). This position is focused on elevating client satisfaction by strengthening client relationships; additionally, the role involves facilitating effective communication and coordinating efforts across internal departments to ensure seamless service delivery.

 

Your Responsibilities: 

 

The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by positions in this job classification. Not all duties assigned to every position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned every duty.

Building and maintaining close relationships with treasurers and boards and provide ongoing decision support to keep the buildings in good financial order. Responsible for review of high volume of reports and perform various analyses of monthly/quarterly/annual reports, with excellent attention to detail and a proper sense of urgency. Responding to clients’ questions and providing helpful feedback and suggestions within Financial Management area. Participate in client meetings.  Assisting in the onboarding of new properties. Prepare Form 1098 filings, facilitating precise reporting for mortgage interest deductions. Building, maintaining, and improving relations between Client Accounting team, Property Managers and our clients. Review and present monthly financial statements. Offering guidance and expert advice to clients regarding our company’s Financial Management procedures and reporting processes. Assist Team Leaders in the budgeting process. Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from a four-year college or university, or related work experience is preferred. 3 - 5 years of experience in business partner role, with client-related experience preferred. Demonstrated commitment to delivering excellent client experiences and maintaining high client satisfaction levels. Knowledge of assets, cash balance, and availability of funds for projects and cash flow management for capital improvements. Excellent organization, motivation, leadership, management, and interpersonal skills. Critical thinking, complex problem solving, judgement and decision-making ability. Strong verbal, presentation, and written communication skills. Ability to communicate and provide guidance to all employee and client levels. Must have strong proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. Previous experience with financial and accounting programs such as Yardi, MDS or other property management accounting software is a plus. Must be able to keep up in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment while maintaining a cool, calm, and collected attitude. Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently. Must be self-driven with the ability to identify, plan and prioritize projects and assignments and be able to hit important deadlines.

What We Offer:

As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, legal, and identity theft. You will also be eligible for company paid life insurance, long term disability, and benefits from our employee assistance program. In addition, you will be eligible for paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401k with company match.

 

Compensation:

$120000 - $130000 / year