Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

North Shore property management company seeking a detailed oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will assist with a variety of functions; Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. The ideal candidate will have keen attention to detail, a hands-on approach, and a can-do attitude.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

· Prepare financial statement reports on a monthly basis, or as requested.

· Ability to research accounting transaction and provide explanations.

· Assist with annual audits and budgets for corporate and properties.

· Complete month-end close for all properties.

· Reconcile bank accounts accurately and timely.

· Researching any outstanding transactions as of month end.

· Assist with entering and approving invoices.

· Assist with check run processing.

· Set up recurring payables in accounting system, including mortgages.

· Handle reserve draws, including Replacement and Escrow request.

· Complete year end processing, including 1099s.

· Promotes a positive working relationship between supervisor, staff and other stakeholders.

· Demonstrates ability to organize tasks and set priorities.

· Flexible with new responsibilities and projects.

· Assumes responsibility for ongoing personal and professional growth and development.

· Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

· Comply with all company policies and procedures.

· Complete any additional task which may be assigned to you.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in accounting, 3-5 years’ experience working as an accountant or assistant controller, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSURE, REGISTRATION AND/OR CERTIFICATION

Must possess a valid State issued Drivers’ License.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Work in a complex and changing organization and adapt to changes in structure and work priorities.
• Ability to make well-reasoned decisions, both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to solve complex problems.
• Ability to meet job performance measures with minimal direct supervision and guidance.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret loan documents, partnership agreements, regulatory agreements and other pertinent documents while understanding how it applies to the financial statements.