Build High-Performing Teams. Strengthen Financial Operations. Grow with CIMS.
Common Interest Management Services (CIMS), an Associa company, is one of Northern California's fastest-growing HOA management companies. With seven offices throughout the Bay Area and Central Valley, we are committed to building stronger communities through exceptional service, operational excellence, and outstanding people.
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Director who is as passionate about developing people as they are about accounting. This is not simply a technical accounting role—it is a leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys mentoring others, creating accountability, improving processes, and building a high-performing accounting department.
If you are a collaborative leader who thrives on coaching teams, solving problems, and creating an environment where employees can succeed, we'd like to meet you.
Location: Hybrid (3 days in our San Ramon office, 2 days remote)
Salary: $90,000–$100,000 annually (DOE)
Why Work at CIMS?
At CIMS, we believe great companies are built by great leaders. We invest in our people, encourage professional growth, and empower leaders to make a lasting impact on both employees and customers.
Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- Employee Social Committee, Summer Picnic, Holiday Celebration, and Team Events
Your Impact
The Accounting Director is responsible for leading, developing, and strengthening the accounting department while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial operations.
Success in this role is measured not only by accurate financial reporting, but by your ability to build an engaged, accountable, and high-performing team.
You will create an environment where employees are coached, supported, challenged, and developed while continuously improving departmental processes, communication, and service levels.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, coach, and develop an accounting team that is engaged, collaborative, and accountable.
- Foster a positive culture focused on teamwork, continuous learning, professional growth, and exceptional customer service.
- Set clear expectations, provide regular feedback, and hold team members accountable for performance and results.
- Recruit, onboard, train, and develop employees while identifying future leaders within the department.
- Build trust through open communication, transparency, and consistency.
- Delegate effectively while empowering team members to take ownership of their responsibilities.
- Manage workload distribution and staffing priorities to ensure deadlines are consistently achieved.
- Partner with senior leadership to support organizational goals and help scale the accounting department as the company continues to grow.
- Lead change initiatives and help employees successfully adapt to new systems, processes, and business needs.
- Champion continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to simplify workflows, eliminate inefficiencies, and improve team performance.
Accounting & Operational Responsibilities
- Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate completion of departmental responsibilities.
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Review accounting processes and implement best practices that improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Analyze financial information and departmental metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Partner with cross-functional departments to improve communication and operational effectiveness.
- Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and within established deadlines.
- Lead special projects and initiatives that support the continued growth of the organization.
- Maintain a high level of customer service for both internal and external clients.
What You Bring
We're looking for an experienced accounting leader—not just someone who knows accounting, but someone who enjoys building successful teams.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
- Progressive accounting leadership experience with direct responsibility for supervising, coaching, and developing employees.
- Demonstrated success building engaged, high-performing teams.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
- Proven ability to improve processes, increase efficiency, and lead organizational change.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence, motivate, and hold others accountable while maintaining a positive, collaborative culture.
- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Microsoft Office.
The Ideal Candidate
You are:
- A coach who enjoys helping others succeed.
- A leader who builds trust and accountability.
- Comfortable making decisions and solving problems.
- Passionate about developing people, not just managing tasks.
- Calm under pressure and able to lead through change.
- Highly organized with exceptional follow-through.
- Customer-focused and committed to delivering excellent service.
- Driven to continuously improve both people and processes.
Why This Role Matters
Our accounting department is central to the success of our organization. We are looking for someone who will elevate the team by developing talent, improving operations, and creating a culture of excellence. If you believe the best accounting departments are built by investing in people as much as numbers, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your preferred salary?
Education:
Experience:
- Supervisory: 5 years (Required)
- Accounting: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Ramon, CA 94583
