Senior Property Accountant

The Senior Property Accountant is responsible for effectively reviewing and computing, classifying, and recording numerical data to keep financial records complete which involves direct communication with all departments onsite and supporting community teams. The entrant will help train and develop the accounting team. Conducts all business in accordance with Company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other laws pertaining to apartments. Summary The Senior Project Accountant position is responsible for serving as a team leader in the Finance/Accounting department ensuring the department creates accurate and timely financial records for the organization. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Accounting Prepare accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the Assist with Preparation and Review of monthly bank Process all tenant account adjustments in property management system originated by property management team. Review tenant account adjustments and provide follow-up as Audit resident lease files for financial accuracy. Review and maintain the general ledger for each property assigned which includes, but no limited to journal entries, reconciliations, Communicate with onsite community teams to answer questions, provide support, and ensure timely and accurate accounting records and reports. Review and assist in the preparation of monthly financial statement Review and create and/or update weekly/monthly reports requested by leadership for financial analysis purposes for residential rental activities. Assist with providing documentation for auditors during annual financial statement audits or any cost certifications required. Pricing and Budgets Acquires knowledge base on pricing methodology and trends across our company’s markets to analyze financial performance both currently and historically. Actively prepares and evaluates annual budgets for each community using historical data and economic trends Controls and Processes Maintains and coordinates accounting control procedures, makes recommendations to the Assistant Controller as needed. Audits community expenditures and revenue for discrepancies, researches and resolves discrepancies as needed. Staff Management Motivates and inspires the professional growth of accounting team members through leadership and training. General Participate in the local apartment association, Company activities, and community networking. Complete Company required continuing education and training courses. Maintains resident confidentiality in adherence to all federal and local laws. Uphold the Company standards of professional appearance for all team members. Flexibility in schedule which may include nights and weekends. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr