Property Accountant - Residential Properties

Apply Job Type Full-time Description We are looking for an ACCOUNTANT responsible for accounting functions related to a portfolio of residential properties and corporate entities. This position offers full-time employment at a competitive salary with a strong benefit package including: * Over 4 weeks of total PAID TIME OFF per year * Healthcare benefits with LOW monthly premiums * FREE short & long term disability * 401K with company-PAID match * Opportunity for a HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE This position reports to Carteret's Corporate Office conveniently located in Saint Petersburg off Ulmerton Road & I-275. Carteret Management is an equal opportunity employer. We promote an inclusive environment that celebrates diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skills in order to best serve the communities in which we operate. Carteret fosters a learning community where employees are learners and teachers who share their knowledge to enhance each other's growth within the company. Duties and Responsibilities: * Prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statements/reporting packages. * Perform a wide variety of accounting analyses. * Analyze various transactions and identify appropriate accounting treatment. * Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger. * Reconcile monthly bank statements to the general ledger. * Record and process accounts payable and accounts receivable. * Process cash receipts and prepare bank deposits. * Monitor daily cash balances. * Assist with preparation of annual operating budgets. * Assist Controller and management with special projects and other tasks as assigned. Requirements * Bachelor's Degree in Accounting preferred. * At least 5 years of accounting experience. * Accounting and financial statement preparation. * Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with a diverse group of people including property managers, property owners, and vendors. * Strong oral and written communication skills. * Strong time management skills and ability to multi-task. * Proficient computer skills and working knowledge of software and systems: Excel, Word, Windows XP, Outlook. * Consistently positive, professional, and friendly demeanor.