Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the accounting operations of a complex, multi-entity real estate organization. This role will handle day-to-day accounting and will work closely with the senior accountant and the Assistant Controller to ensure accurate, timely financial records. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build broad real estate and construction accounting experience across multiple asset classes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close tasks for assigned entities, including preparing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records across assigned hotel, commercial real estate, residential, or construction entities.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring proper coding and approval workflows.
• Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations across the entity structure.
• Support preparation of monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for assigned properties.
• Assist with job cost tracking and draw requests for construction/development projects, as assigned.
• Support lease accounting and CAM reconciliations for commercial and residential properties, as applicable.
• Help gather documentation and support for internal and external audit requests.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready supporting documentation for all assigned accounting entries.
• Identify and escalate discrepancies or unusual account activity to senior accounting staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience; real estate, hospitality, or construction accounting experience a plus but not required.
• Basic understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Exposure to multi-entity accounting environments preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting/property management software (e.g., AppFolio, Sage Intacct, M3) a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple entities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a dynamic, diversified real estate platform.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Clear growth path toward Senior Accountant and Assistant Controller roles