Staff Accountant

STAFF ACCOUNTANTGeneral Nature & Scope of Work The Staff Accountant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, general ledger accountability, and financial reporting, as well as financial profitability analysis and other special projects as assigned. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities. The Staff Accountant will have contact with senior-level management team and executives which requires strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal. The person will assure discrete management and coordination of confidential business information, projects and communication. Illustrative Examples of Work/Essential Functions:• Performs all monthly closing activities and prepares monthly financial statements (on accrual and cash basis) for the company and its affiliate entities, reports and records by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information • Reviews all company entity budgets/ forecasts and prepares analysis and variance reports • Co-ordinates and assists with the budget preparation process • Prepares Year End information for audits and tax returns for the company and affiliates • Prepares financial reports for management and the Board • Performs bank reconciliation for the company''s entity bank accounts • Oversees cash management to ensure day-to-day cash management needs are met and necessary reserves are maintained Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: • GAAP accounting • Accepted methodologies for budgeting and cash forecasting • Cash disbursement policies and procedures • Auditing procedures and practices • Financial management, bank reconciliation records • Knowledge of Yardi Skill Level: • Superior writing and communication skills • Strong analytical skills dealing with financial data, budgets, financial records, loan and partnership documents • Ability to read legal documents and interpret loan and partnership documents; able to monitor compliance with such documents • Proficient in the use of personal computers and related software applications; specifically strong intermediate excel skills with proficiency in formulas and basic macros • Strong attention to detail • Excellent interpersonal skills for establishing and maintaining effective and influential working relationships with other company employees, and property managers Ability to: • Analyze and monitor budget information/variances and provide status information • Develop and prepare budgets • Forecast cash • Prepare audits and tax return • Reconcile bank accounts • Efficiently organize complex and variable data • Set priorities in fast-paced environment • Create corporate operating proformas • Properly record complicated transactions such as consolidating entities and eliminating entries Education & Experience A combination of education and related experience may substitute for education requirements. • BA in Finance or Accounting, or related field; and • 5+ years'' experience in corporate accounting; understanding of real estate accounting concepts preferred.**For immediate consideration, please submit resume to [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]

Created: 2021-11-29