Jamestown

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION/LEVEL: Staff Accountant FLSA STATUS: Exempt

DEPT/OFFICE: Premier Fund Accounting DATE: July 2026

JOB SUMMARY AND DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE WORK:

The Staff Accountant reviews and analyzes the financial reporting on a property and fund level basis. This position works under the supervision of the Fund Accounting Vice Presidents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited institution; and
One to two years in public accounting or the real estate industry; or
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job

Licenses and Certifications:

CPA or CPA track desired

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Reviews operational monthly financial reporting packages for multiple properties
Monitors fund cash and prepares reconciliations for fund bank accounts
Coordinates and communicates the results, findings and recommendations of monthly reviews with various departments including Asset Management and Property Management
Review and understanding of partnership agreements, loan documents, and leases
Supports Property Accounting with proper recording of transactions
Assists with external audits and reviews including preparation of year-end audit workpapers
Prepares reconciliations for fund level balance sheet accounts
Prepares journal entries for fund level activity
Prepares lender reporting packages and assists in the calculation of certain debt covenants
Prepares and/or reviews quarterly investor reporting
Processes invoices for fund level expenses

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Microsoft Office Suite
MRI Software
Investran

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

Financial analysis
Real estate
Workpaper preparation
Audit procedures and processes

Skills:

Excellent planning, organizational and interpersonal skills
The ability to meet deadlines, accomplish work in order of priority; professionally maintain composure & effectiveness under pressure and changing conditions

Self-motivation, teamwork and collaboration
Detail oriented, logical, and methodical approach to problem solving
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office

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