Budget Manager

Avenue5 is growing, and we are in search of a budget manager to join our dynamic team of Fivers!

About Us

We are a vibrant third-party multifamily property management firm with locations across the United States. We are proud of our vibrant, inclusive, make-it-happen culture, where we: 

Listen to our associates, recognize them, and give them room to grow
Invest in our associates to help them become the best version of themselves
Approach every important decision with our associates in mind
Celebrate our associates’ successes and encourage them to raise the bar even higher

 

Summary of Responsibilities

The Budget Manager will oversee the development, monitoring, and enhancements of property budgets. This role requires leveraging financial data, operational expertise, and deep knowledge of excel and experience in Yardi Voyager. With a strong background in property management and financial analysis, this individual will work closely with operations and accounting teams to enhance financial performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure alignment with company and client objectives.

 

Primary Responsibilities and Objectives

·         Proven leadership experience: Demonstrated ability to manage, develop, and inspire a team toward achieving company objectives

·         Develop, implement, and manage budgeting processes for multiple properties and regions

·         Collaborate with regional managers, property accountants, and other stakeholders to gather necessary data for budget preparation and forecasting

·         Ensure all budgetary data aligns with financial reporting standards and organizational goals

·         Train and support operations in understanding budget processes, financial reporting, and tools like Excel and Yardi Voyager

·         Foster a collaborative environment: Encourage teamwork and cross-departmental collaboration to drive budget accuracy and operational excellence

·         Perform other duties as assigned

 

Education and Experience

●         High school diploma is required. Bachelor’s degree is preferred

●         Five or more years of property management experience is required. Experience as a property manager or equivalent is preferred

●         Two or three years of experience in Yardi Voyager, Real Page, or other equivalent system is preferred

 

Skills and Requirements

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, with expertise in advanced formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling

·         Strong troubleshooting skills, especially in resolving budget discrepancies and software issues

·         Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret large data sets and make data-driven decisions

·         Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial data clearly to stakeholders at all levels

·         Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

·         Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

·         Knowledge of property management principles and financial reporting processes

·         Sensitivity to confidential information and a strong attention to detail

·         Required to complete and successfully pass the Avenue5 Fair Housing and Preventing Discrimination and Harassment training and other courses if assigned

 

Scheduling

·         Required to maintain a regular schedule which may require working outside business hours, weekends, and non-traditional holidays

·         Ability to travel (5%)

 

Environment

·         Exposure to an environment typically found in an office building

 

Physical Requirements

Avenue5 will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. These functions include, but are not limited to:

 

·         Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds

·         Ability to remain stationary, move around, reach, and position oneself as needed for extended periods of time

·         Must be able to observe and detect signs of emergency through visual and/or auditory cues

·         Ability to communicate and express or exchange ideas with others, as well as those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly

·         Ability to perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels, including the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound

·         Visual requirements including color, depth perception, and field vision

·         Ability to compare, copy, coordinate, synthesize, negotiate, communicate, and instruct

·         Ability to tolerate stressful situations

·         Ability to work under minimal to moderate supervision

 

This job description is not an all-inclusive list of functions and tasks. Over the length of employment, these functions and tasks may change.

 

Diversity

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Avenue5 is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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Last updated on Aug 30, 2024