Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our financial reporting team. The Accountant is responsible for preparing financial information for management by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing financial reports. The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Accounting (or a relevant degree), has strong attention to detail, and superb analytical skills. Must have a minimum of 3 years experience with multifamily housing, with emphasis on Affordable Housing.

We are a family-owned business united by its mission and defined by its values. We take our work personally, knowing the resident experiences we’re responsible for truly impact people. This belief—that of our founder continues to be realized through our growth from seven team members to over 500. Our drive to build a business dedicated to its people has resulted in a unified determination to meet each client's high expectations. Those expectations include building and managing the very best communities for the people who need them most.

Responsibilities

· Assist in the monthly close process to deliver timely and accurate financial reporting, including the preparation of monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations

· Assist with preparation for the year-end audit and schedule requests of external auditors

· Assist with the establishment, documentation, and continuous improvement of all financial processes, workflows, and forms

· Guides accounting staff and consultants by coordinating activities and answering questions

· Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information

· Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information for investors, lenders, and partners.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly close process to deliver timely and accurate financial reporting including the preparation of monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Assist with preparation for year-end audit, and schedule requests of external auditors
• Assist with the establishment, documentation and continuous improvement of all financial processes, workflows and forms
• Guides accounting staff and consultants by coordinating activities and answering questions
• Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information
• Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information for investors, lenders, and partners.

Company benefits/perks

• PTO/Holidays
• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision, etc
• Monthly phone/internet stipend

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with Multifamily Property Management Accounting (required)
• Experience in Yardi or affordable housing programs (required)
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (with strong emphasis on Excel)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work independently with excellent time management and organizational skills