Director Accounting- Corporate

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 Accounting Director is responsible for the oversight of accounting, reporting, audit and SOX controls in the Corporate Accounting department related to various corporate segment and consolidated functions including general ledger accounting, analysis, and reporting.

What You Will Do

Monthly Close for Corporate Segment

• Oversight of the preparation and posting of monthly corporate transactions related to captive insurance company, consolidated joint ventures, prepaids and related amortization, expense accruals including company-wide accrual reports, compensation accounting, corporate allocations, and other corporate functions as needed. Own these monthly processes by collaborating with various internal teams, department leads, and external consultants to ensure understanding of transactions and gather relevant data. Ensure completion and compliance of account reconciliations for areas of responsibility as well as oversight of company-wide intercompany balance sheet account transactions to ensure proper eliminations. Oversight and approval of purchase order and invoice control processing for corporate segment.

• Prepare segment statement of cash flows for internal and external reporting, common shares outstanding, earnings per share, and other analysis as needed. Review Corporate segment income statement and balance sheet analytics, statements of stockholders' equity, joint venture financial statements, and other reports as needed. Oversight of Corporate Accounting SOX controls as well as audit deliverables and support.
  

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to problem solve, implement process improvements, and gain efficiencies which includes working closely with Accounts Payable, IT, Risk Management, Financial Reporting, and various other corporate departments. Oversight and review of departmental budget and forecasts, participate in cross-training, and assist with ad hoc reporting and special projects as needed.
  

• Train, develop and supervise staff in all aspects of general ledger accounting, analysis, and reporting. Assess and evaluate performance of staff as well as providing applicable support.
  

• Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA preferred.
  
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience including public accounting or corporate accounting.
  
• 5+ years of supervisory experience.
  
• Experience with JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Hubble, Blackline, Coupa, and Navan is a plus.
  
• Effective leadership skills promoting a team atmosphere as well as achievement of quality deliverables.
  
• Proven ability to use business and financial acumen and translate into business solutions.
  
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
  
• Familiarity with, and eagerness to explore and integrate, emerging technologies (e.g. AI and blockchain etc.) to drive innovation and continuous learning.
  

• 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