Accounting Support Specialist

Real Estate Accounting Specialist, Receivables - LakelandThe purpose of this position is to ensure the integrity and accuracy of tenant records, billing and financial reporting for company-owned shopping centers and stores, as well as support the day-to-day function of the real estate department. This position impacts Publix's property management performance, the success of real estate teams, and the correct and efficient recording of tenant income, allowing Publix to continue its real estate-focused growth and uphold its reputation for excellence in the real estate property management industry. Responsibilities Include:Reviewing and interpreting all leases and ancillary legal documentation (e.g., amendments, addendums, agreements, declarations, assignments) for tenants leasing space within Publix-owned shopping centers to ensure accurate lease records and administration.Providing support for day-to-day inquiries and training assistance for the real estate department.Calculating the amounts due from (or owed to) all tenants for expenses incurred for the previous year of occupancy.Analyzing and verifying monthly accruals and journal entries posted to multiple general ledger accounts (e.g., income statements, balance sheet accounts) to create monthly reporting/schedules for each GL account.Performing accounting for the closing transaction for land and shopping center acquisitions.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in accounting, finance or another analytical discipline or equivalent experience or equivalent combination of formal training/certification and professional work experience that demonstrates the prerequisite competence to perform the duties of this positionTwo years in an analytical field or role, such as finance, accounting, or real estate (e.g., common area maintenance settlements)Knowledge of Accounting principles, Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payables functions, as well as accounting regulationsKnowledge of analytical techniquesDetail orientedProblem solving skillsVerbal and written communication skillsTime management skillsAnalyze and synthesize skillsBasic Microsoft Access skillsIntermediate Microsoft Word and Excel skillsPreferred Qualifications1 -2 years of experience in general real estate or accounting OR1 year of experience as a Publix retail associateKnowledge and understanding of legal, Real Estate terminology and Uniform Commercial Code ("UCC") section 1-303 on Course of Performance, Course of Dealing, and Usage of TradeKnowledge of various GAAP standards governing real estate accounting and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and controls relating to Expense PayablesIntermediate Microsoft Access skillsAdvanced Microsoft Excel skillsExperience with SAP, Compass, or BWP (Business Workplace) applicationsHours of Work8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday - Flexible ScheduleFrequency of PayWeeklyMinimum Base Pay24.50Maximum Base Pay33.80Potential Annual Base Pay50,960 - 70,304Year End BonusTo reward associates for their contributions to the company for the calendar year, Publix provides a Holiday Bonus in November. In the first year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to 15 hours of pay, and in the second year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to one week's pay if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check. In subsequent years, the bonus is equal to two weeks' pay.Benefits InformationEmployee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no costAn opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock401(k) retirement savings planGroup health, dental and vision plans planPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveShort- and long-term disability insuranceTuition reimbursementFree hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteriaVisit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)