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Staff Accountant

$60k - $80k

Creative Financial Staffing

Staff AccountantCompensation: $60,000 – $80,000 + Benefits Schedule: Full-Time, On-SiteJoin a Growing Real Estate Development & Property Management Team Are you looking for an opportunity where you can make an immediate impact while gaining hands-on exposure to real estate development, construction accounting, and property management? This Staff Accountant role offers the chance to work closely with leadership in a small, collaborative environment where your contributions will directly support the growth of the business.As a Staff Accountant, you will play a key role in managing day-to-day accounting activities, supporting project accounting, and helping improve processes as the organization continues to expand its portfolio. The ideal Staff Accountant is organized, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and excited about a career in accounting and real estate.Why You'll Love This Staff Accountant OpportunityJoin a growing real estate development and property management companyGain exposure to the full lifecycle of development projectsWork directly with company leadership and decision-makersOpportunity to help modernize and improve accounting processesHigh visibility and meaningful impact within a small teamCareer growth potential as the organization expandsFlexible environment that values initiative and accountabilityCompetitive compensation packageBenefits including health insurance, 401(k), and flexible PTOKey Responsibilities of the Staff AccountantProcess accounts payable and accurately code invoices by project and cost categoryManage vendor records, subcontractor documentation, W-9s, insurance certificates, and related compliance filesPrepare and track vendor paymentsAssist with construction and development draw requests and supporting documentationPerform bank, credit card, and intercompany account reconciliationsMaintain accurate job cost records and support budget tracking activitiesProcess deposits, receivables, and various property-related transactionsPrepare journal entries and assist with month-end close activitiesSupport financial reporting, lender reporting, and audit/tax preparation needsWork across multiple entities and projects while maintaining organized financial recordsIdentify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiencyCollaborate with operations, project management, and leadership teams on accounting needsQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred but not requiredExperience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, or a related finance roleExperience with accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and month-end close activitiesSomeone who takes ownership of their work and contributes to a positive team culture$60,000-$80,000Keywords: Staff Accountant, Real Estate Accounting, Property Management Accounting, Construction Accounting, Accounts Payable, Month-End Close, Job Cost Accounting, QuickBooks, Bank Reconciliations, Financial Reporting

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