Senior Accountant

Location 8865 Natural Bridge Road,Saint Louis, MO, 63121,United States Base Pay $68,000.00 - $70,000.00 / Year Job Category Financial Analysis, General Finance Principals Relocation Expense Covered No Employee Type Temporary FT Required Degree 4 Year Degree Manage Others No At County Housing, your work directly contributes to strengthening communities and supporting affordable housing initiatives that make a difference in people’s lives. We offer a collaborative environment, meaningful work, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to be part of a mission-focused organization dedicated to service and community impact. PRINCIPAL ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Evaluate monthly financial statements for Public Housing Authority and Affordable Housing entities. Complete monthly budget-to-actual variance analyses and collaborate with departmental leaders to identify root causes and corrective action plans. Explain financial variances both quantitatively and qualitatively to leadership. Perform financial forecasting to ensure expenditures remain aligned with approved budgets. Review and vet monthly financial packages, including comparative balance sheets, income statements, and variance reports. Evaluate, document, and update cost allocation methodologies. Ensure efficient Accounts Payable operations and accurate processing of vendor invoices and approvals. Utilize Yardi or RealPage to process and review invoices for proper cost allocations. Review and monitor LIHTC, HOME, HUD, City, County, Investor, Grant, and Loan financial agreements. Record loan and grant revenue in accordance with federal regulations. Prepare financial reports for Finance and Housing Administration leadership. Prepare reports and supporting documentation for auditors, government agencies, lenders, investors, and HUD audits. Prepare journal entries and perform month-end closing activities, including processing accounts receivable transactions, tenant payments, cash deposits, and prepaid expense Requirements EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor of Science in Accounting or equivalent from an accredited university. Five to seven years of experience in a position with similar duties preferred. Knowledge of tax credit reporting requirements is a plus. Experience with property management software desired (Yardi, RealPage, AppFolio). Knowledge of HUD Procurement and Contracting policies and procedures, and principles of budget preparation and control are a plus. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS As a temporary Senior Accountant, you will primarily work within the office environment but may also engage in occasional physical tasks such as bending, reaching, sitting, and walking during the workday. This role may require the ability to lift items weighing at least 20 pounds. Moreover, the individual will also spend extended periods each day working on a personal computer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Summary This is a temporary position with the opportunity to transition into a permanent Senior Accountant role, based on organizational needs and individual performance. This role will collaborate with other departments, providing financial expertise and support during the decision‑making process. Utilize accounting software and tools proficiently for data entry, analysis, and reporting. The Senior Accountant is expected to provide a higher level of expertise and experience, contributing significantly to the strategic value and developing methodologies to enhance the efficiency of the finance team. County Housing celebrates difference. All employment, including hiring, promoting, disciplining, or discharging at County Housing, is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications related to professional competence. We do not discriminate against our employees or applicants because of race, creed, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, veteran status, ethnicity, marital or family status, or other legally protected status. County Housing is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr