Senior Accountant

Description

Job Overview:

The Senior Accountant provides an excellent opportunity for applicants to advance in their Accounting career and climb into a Leadership role The successful candidate will have 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, have broad experience in general ledger accounting, and possess leadership, mentorship, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. You will learn the principals of advanced property management accounting, be able to review financials, perform client facing meetings, and be part of a growing Team of expert accountants.

Compensation: $31.25-36.06/hr

FirstService Residential will compensate the successful candidate in accordance with the posted range. The salary or wage paid to the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience, education, and specific job responsibilities. For positions designated at a client's property, the salary or wage will also be premised upon the client's directive. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Job Responsibilities:

• Process general ledger journal entries to ensure a successful client financial statement close
• Review financial statements and act as liaison to Clients and property managers accounts
• Interact with AR, AP and Banking departments to ensure variances are analyzed and corrected
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and Bank Accounts on a monthly basis
• Adhere to financial production accounting close checklist so that final reporting packages can be sent to clients and association board members on time and with accuracy
• Performs necessary month-end duties such as: recording cash transfers, budget transfers and AR/AP journal entries. Validate bad debt J/E adjustments. Prepare and analyze intercompany journal entries so that amounts are balanced at month end
• Perform necessary year-end duties such as: close year-end associations and implement new budget and budget templates
• Assist Regional Controllers and Assistant Controllers with board calls, budgets, and reviews
• Performs required banking duties for the association (operating transfers/withdrawals, interest check deposits, other check deposits, safekeeping guidelines)
• Work with budget team to ensure the appropriate uploading of new client budgets and financials.
• Attend client meetings, review questions and concerns by board members, and ensure complex accounting issues are handled timely and accurately
• Maintain financial computer information files in a systematic and orderly manner
• Other projects and assignments as presented by Controller

Skills & Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Applications, (Outlook, Access, Excel and Word).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Team Leadership and mentorship skills
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, meet deadlines and be part of an energetic outgoing Accounting Team

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Preferred)
• Accounting Experience: 3-5 Years of progressive accounting experience (Preferred)

Physical Requirements & Working Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift 25lbs.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.

Tools & Equipment Used:

• General office equipment

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans (full time and part time 30+ hours)
• Part time 20+ hours qualify for dental and vision
• 401K match
• Time off including vacation, sick, and company paid holidays
• Pet insurance available
• Tuition reimbursement
• Legal services
• Free emotional wellbeing and daily life assistance support for all associates
• Domestic partner coverage
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account

About Us:

FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.

Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development.

Disclaimer:

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.

FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws. All offers of employment with FirstService Residential are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) Usage: We may utilize an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) in connection with the assessment or evaluation of candidates. The AEDT is designed to assist in objectively evaluating candidate qualifications based on specific job-related characteristics.

Job Qualifications and Characteristics Assessed: The AEDT evaluates candidates based on job qualifications and characteristics pertinent to the role, including skills, experience, and competencies relevant to the position requirements. These qualifications are determined by the unique needs of each role within our company.

Alternative Selection Process or Reasonable Accommodations: Candidates who require an alternative selection process or a "reasonable accommodation," as defined under applicable disability laws, may make a request through our designated contact channel View email address on click.appcast.io .

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