Staff Accountant

A Brief Overview
The Staff Accountant will perform daily, monthly, and annual accounting and reporting functions for various real estate properties. Role also includes responsibility for supporting the Accounts Payable process through communications, monitoring of AP related systems and intermittent AP tasks. This position supports processes associated with the payment of invoices, receiving invoices and communication with customers and vendors.

What you will do

• Prepare general ledger account reconciliations.
• Prepare standard and complex journal entries.
• Perform calculations using spreadsheet templates.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and other reports.
• Conduct monthly and annual closings.
• Review and provide explanations for actual vs. budget variances.
• Prepare monthly bank account reconciliations.
• Assist with preparation of annual budgets.
• Prepare and review documentation for completeness and legitimacy.
• Ability to read and comprehend legal documents.
• Support basic and complex accounting inquiries.
• Prepare and gather support for interim and annual financial statement audits/reviews.
• Respond to auditor inquiries as requested by Supervisor.
• Work with other departments as needed (operations, asset management, corporate accounting, etc.).
• Maintain projects and budgets within Workday including managing contracts and pay applications.
• Monitors and directs communications addressed to Disbursements team.
• Assists with monitoring and directing AP Processor workload.
• Acts as liaison between vendors and company
• Monitors AP systems for exceptions and issues
• Provides user support for AP systems.
• Assists in month end closing accruals.
• Scrutinizes and maintains AP specific supporting documentation in accordance with company policy and tax requirements, specifically related to vendors, invoices and payments.
• Assists with AP related intermittent responsibilities including
  
  • 1099 preparations
  • Unclaimed funds tracking and reporting
  • IRS levy responses
  • Vendor account reconciliations
  • Research
• Stays up to date on 1099 requirements.
• Train and assist with the on-boarding of for AP related tasks for new employees.
• Maintains, prepares, or reviews various AP specific reports and reconciliations.
• Assist with special projects as needed such as process improvement initiatives and new software implementations.
• Assists with implementing and maintaining policies, procedures, and systems to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Accounts Payable process.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from an accredited university preferred
• 3 to 5 years of Accounts Payable experience required



• General knowledge of chart of accounts, general ledger, trial balance, generally accepted accounting principles, and internal control policies and procedures.
• Ability to identify problems, collect and analyze data and draw logical conclusions.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Analytical with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills including, proficient in use of Excel and MS Office.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail, work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience with Workday or other ERP system preferred but not required.
• Requires a detail oriented, independent thinker who can be a part of a team and demonstrates strong attention to detail, and demonstrate knowledge of accounts payable practices and procedures.
• Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and industry professionals.

Compensation

We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. The hiring range for this position is generally between $80,000 - $85,000, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus. Final salaries will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, licenses, certifications, and/or experience. In addition to these factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the general Hiring Range for the role. Hiring at the top of the range is reserved for exceptionally qualified candidates. We consider internal and external factors as a part of every final offer. We also offer a generous total compensation and benefits package.

Benefits
A competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA accounts, retirement, rewards programs, and so much more!

EEO/ADA
The Company and its affiliates provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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