Senior Staff Accountant

JOB TITLE: Staff Accountant I

REPORTS TO: Accounting Supervisor-Regional

Direct Reports: No

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant I is responsible for learning to oversee the day-to-day accounting functions for a portfolio of multifamily properties. The Staff Accountant I will analyze the general ledger activity, prepare monthly financial statements, and manage cash position of a portfolio. Represents the company in a professional and courteous manner and exhibit strong commitment to the service needs of the internal and external customer.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for portfolio of multifamily rent properties; analyzing general ledger activity to ensure revenue and expense are correctly recognized and prepared in agreement with the client requirements and the applicable accounting principles.
• Prepares monthly financial statements for the assigned portfolio to ensure an accurate representation of the company’s financial position; including but not limited to closing entities books on a monthly basis, preparing journal entries, balance sheet and income statement analysis and reconciliation.
• Manages cash position of portfolio; calculating distributions per client requirements, committing cash to approved payables and communicating any cash deficits for funding.
• Manages capital escrows, verifying repairs are completed on a timely basis, and submitted per terms of loan agreements.
• Completes bank reconciliations on a monthly basis and assists in the detection/correction of adjustments in a timely manner.
• Completes special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or 4 years equivalent experience
• Basic knowledge of standard accounting practices and procedures
• Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office application skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people and customers

Desired Qualifications/Skills

• Experience with Yardi or other multifamily accounting software
• CPA Certification or exam eligibility