Associate Director, Corporate Accounting

Overview:

Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia Trimont (www.trimont.com) is a specialized global commercial real estate loan services provider and partner for lenders and investors seeking the infrastructure and capabilities needed to make informed, effective decisions related to the deployment, management and administration of commercial real estate secured credit.

We do this with a team of 1100+ extraordinary Team Members who serve a global client base from offices in Atlanta, Bengaluru, Charlotte, Dallas, Hyderabad, Kansas City, London, New York and Sydney. We empower our skilled global teams by equipping them with the necessary knowledge and advanced technology, as well as fostering a culture driven by values. This approach helps our teams excel and build meaningful client relationships, while providing the highest quality service and feeling proud of the work they do.

Trimont is an innovative firm where visionary professionals come to learn, grow, and thrive with colleagues driven by curiosity and collaboration.

Learn: We believe ongoing learning is critical and are focused on providing a work environment where all team members can take ownership of their careers.

Grow: We work alongside the largest institutional lenders in the world, overseeing the most significant projects in the industry. This unique opportunity allows us to broaden our skillset and develop our abilities by tackling some of the industry's most challenging and exciting endeavors.

Thrive: Our firm is a place where ethics and excellence meet to create an experience that matches our capabilities. There are no limits to what we as team members as an organization, can achieve together.

Job Summary:

The Associate Director position entails oversight of cash transactions within Trimont's Americas operating companies. This position is crucial for guaranteeing that all cash transactions are recorded in the general ledger accurately and in a timely manner. The Associate Director is also responsible for overseeing cash application to Accounts Receivable. This role requires keen attention to detail and a collaborative problem-solving approach to addressing issues.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee general ledger, cash, accounts payable/receivable, expenses, and payroll accounting processes.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Delegate tasks to cash associates and evaluate their work for quality and accuracy.
• Conduct and approve monthly reconciliations between bank activities and the general ledger.
• Monitor unapplied cash on a daily basis, coordinating with the team to resolve any aging items promptly.
• Ensure the team adheres to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for cash posting and application.
• Review and take timely actions on corporate workflows within Documentum.
• Manage withholding tax obligations including the timely payment of tax to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and annual filing of Form 1042.
• Manage withholding tax responsibilities, including timely IRS payments and the annual filing of Form 1042.
• Train team members on departmental procedures, providing guidance and support for any questions or issues.
• Collaborate with Servicing Operations, Billing, and Asset Management teams to ensure proper cash movement and documentation. acquisitions, and policy updates
• Work with the Billing team to address discrepancies between billed and collected amounts.
• Collaborate with departments such as Remittance and Treasury to optimize interdepartmental processes.
• Serve as the main contact for addressing corporate cash inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff, including performance reviews and training.
• Participate in cross-functional projects including technology enhancements, process automation, and acquisitions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 5+ years of relevant experience, including work with accounts receivable (AR), month-end close procedures, and account analysis/reconciliation.
• Demonstrated experience in team management and leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent time management abilities, capable of managing priorities and consistently meeting deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational and administrative skills.
• Skilled in managing sensitive information while upholding privacy.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

Trimont is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website, please contact us. We are proud to maintain a drug-free policy, ensuring that our community is a secure and productive space for all our team members.