HOA Accounting Assistant Manager

Dedicated to innovative placemaking, Howard Hughes Communities is the real estate platform of Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH) and is recognized for its ongoing commitment to design excellence and to the cultural life of its communities. Building on that foundation, we foster a culture of curiosity that empowers every employee to shape their own story within our organization.

About the Role

The Assistant Accounting Manager supports the Accounting Manager in overseeing the preparation, accuracy, and integrity of all accounting records for multiple community associations and sub-associations. This role plays a key leadership function in maintaining financial processes from initial transaction recording through audited financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and organizational standards.

The position provides day-to-day financial and administrative support to property management operations and actively contributes to process improvements, system enhancements, and team development. The Assistant Accounting Manager serves as a technical resource and mentor within the accounting function while supervising Financial Administrators and Assistants to ensure efficient, accurate, and timely completion of departmental responsibilities.

What You Will Do

Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting

• Assist in and lead the preparation, review, and maintenance of accounting records and financial data.
• Oversee the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP and association reporting requirements.
• Support the preparation of audited financial statements and related documentation.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of general ledger activity across multiple associations.

Cash Management & Banking

• Oversee depository and operating bank accounts, including electronic banking platforms and file transmissions.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of all bank and investment accounts.
• Manage ACH files, lockbox processing, and electronic funds transmission schedules.
• Serve as primary liaison with banking partners to maintain accuracy and efficiency in all transactions.
• Manage Positive Pay files, including submission, monitoring, and timely decisioning of all exception items to prevent fraud and ensure payment accuracy.

Accounts Receivable & Billing

• Oversee billing processes for builder, non-resident, and membership accounts.
• Ensure accurate recording of payments and review billing accuracy through audits of accounts, property records, and assessment rates.
• Support collection efforts, including escalation actions such as Intent-to-Lien recommendations.
• Monitor receivables aging and work proactively to resolve outstanding balances.

Accounts Payable & Refund Processing

• Coordinate with accounts payable processes to ensure alignment with receivable activities.
• Review and process account refunds, ensuring accuracy and appropriate member communication.

Operational Support & Compliance

• Maintain membership and non-resident account files, including tracking property closings and ownership changes.
• Collaborate with developers and builders to verify property details and transactions.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.

Leadership & Supervision

• Directly supervise and provide guidance to Financial Administrators and Assistants, ensuring workload prioritization, accuracy, and timeliness of deliverables.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate staff performance, fostering professional growth and accountability.
• Assist in identifying staffing needs and optimizing team structure and workflows.
• Support departmental training initiatives and development of best practices

Process Improvement & Systems Development

• Lead and support the implementation of accounting system enhancements and process improvements.
• Collaborate with external vendors to optimize technology solutions and automate workflows.
• Develop and document procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilities.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting software and systems.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Accounting Manager.
• Provide cross-functional support to administrative and property management teams as needed.
• Perform other duties as necessary to support department and organizational objectives.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Strong accounting and bookkeeping expertise, with a solid understanding of GAAP.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer-service orientation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and exercise sound judgment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access) and accounting systems; highly tech-savvy.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Demonstrated interest in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, with a track record of learning and applying new digital tools to improve processes, insights, or outcomes."
• This job description is not meant to be an "all-inclusive" list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The Howard Hughes Corporation reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.

Benefits Built for You
At Howard Hughes Communities, we offer competitive, market-based compensation that rewards performance and supports career growth. Our comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees at every stage of their career, is focused on holistic wellness-social, emotional, financial, and physical.

• Competitive 401k plan
• Generous PTO policy
• Premium medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Voluntary benefits for unexpected life events
• Student loan assistance and stipends to assist with lifelong learning

About Howard Hughes Communities

Howard Hughes Communities develops, owns, and operates the nation's premier large-scale master planned communities and mixed-use developments. Our award-winning portfolio includes The Woodlands, Bridgeland, andThe Woodlands Hillsin Greater Houston; SummerlininLas Vegas; Teravalis inGreater Phoenix; Ward VillageinHonolulu; and Merriweather District inColumbia, Maryland. Strategically positioned to meet and accelerate development based on market demand, we offer one of the strongest real estate platforms in the country. Learn more atcommunities.howardhughes.com.

NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Howard Hughes Communities does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Howard Hughes Communities will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Howard Hughes Communities explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Howard Hughes Communities.