Staff Accountant

  

General Purpose

The Residential Accountant is responsible for supporting the Residential Accounting department, including handling monthly and weekly recurring tasks, assisting with financial reporting for a portfolio of multifamily properties. The Residential Accountant is responsible for completing financial statements and lender requirements timely, consistently, and accurately in accordance with the accounting policies and procedures.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close activities, including bank reconciliations, GL account reconciliations, and recording journal entries for a small portfolio of properties. Handle special reporting requirements for clients and lenders.
• Work closely with outsourcing partner, monitoring their performance and assisting in issue resolution as needed
• Support the annual unclaimed property filing process, ensuring compliance with due diligence and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure sales and use tax compliance by managing in-house returns and gathering data for ongoing compliance.
• Prepare ACH, wire, and book transfer requests.
• Communicate with vendors regarding ¬†payment status and timing based on vendor AR statement research.
• Assist with the preparation and review of ¬†annual budgets, as well as multi-year projections.¬†
• Identify opportunities for automation to ¬†streamline workflows and processes.
• Prioritize exceptional customer service and maintain professionalism in all interactions.
• Communicate effectively with internal and ¬†external stakeholders.
• Comply with company policies, accounting procedures, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as necessary.

  

Job Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Clear understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is necessary
• Solid analytical/logical mindset and attention to detail

Skills:

• Strong in Microsoft Excel
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, work under pressure and meet deadlines

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years accounting experience

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required from an accredited four-year college or university 

Application deadline 4/30/25 If a candidate has not been selected by that date later applicants may be considered.