Staff Accountant

Overview

COMPANY SUMMARY:

The John Stewart Company is a full-service housing management, development and consulting organization that began in 1978 with a commitment to providing high quality service in the affordable housing sector. We work to enrich the lives of our residents and employees, while delivering our services cost‐effectively, efficiently and with the highest levels of professionalism, compassion, integrity and respect.

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:

Reporting directly to the Regional Accounting Director, this position is responsible for the production of accurate and timely monthly financial reports for approximately 8-20 properties.  Accountant will provide oversight for AP Specialist and AR activities by site staff.  A solid foundation in GAAP, and the ability to work within a team structure is essential.

Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely production of monthly financial reports.
• Preparation of bank reconciliations for all cash accounts.
• Prepare journal entries as needed for the general ledger.
• Maintain prepaid and accrual schedules for various accounts.
• Review balance sheets and income statements for accuracy. Analyze variances to budget and work with the Regional Manager on any trends or inconsistencies.
• Review all AP and AR entries for correct GL posting, and reconcile to the GL.
• Work closely with the Regional Manager to meet the needs of the owner or asset manager.
• Report any property irregularities to appropriate management.
• Ensure audit compliance and maintain all support documents. Respond to auditor’s inquiries in a timely and complete manner.
• Analyze data and make appropriate recommendations on special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP principles.
• Solid writing and verbal communication skills.
• BS in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience and at least one year experience as an accountant.
• Ability to work well with peers, auditors, clients and management.
• Flexibility to work on and prioritize a variety of tasks.
• Strong problem solving skills, including problem identification, analysis and ability to make reasonable and logical recommendations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs such as WORD, EXCEL, and OUTLOOK.
• Experience with MRI, Boston Post Property Manager and/or Nexus a plus.

Benefits-at-a-glance

 Benefits for Employees who work 30+ hours/week -

• Medical, dental and vision care; preventative medical care paid at 100%.
• Vacation leave of up to ten days per year in the first year.
• Up to 80 hours of sick time per year.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care.
• Company paid Life AD&D Long Term Disability.
• Free, confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Commuter benefit program.
• Discounts for AT&T, ClassPass, and Weight Watchers.
• $100 annual Wellness Reimbursement.
• Matching 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan of up to 2% of your compensation (for any employee who works 20 hours or more per week).

Benefits for Employees who work less than 30 hours/week - 

• Free, confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Commuter benefit program.
• Discounts for AT&T, ClassPass, and Weight Watchers.
• $100 annual Wellness Reimbursement.
• Up to 80 hours of sick time per year.
• Matching 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan of up to 2% of your compensation (for any employee who works 20 hours or more per week)

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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