Senior Accountant

SUMMARY
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team. In this pivotal role, you will lead complex accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance across various financial operations. Your expertise will drive the preparation of financial statements, oversee account reconciliations, and support regulatory reporting efforts. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that values integrity, precision, and continuous improvement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for financial excellence, we want to hear from you!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Perform and/or review monthly bank reconciliation across multiple bank accounts, including zero balance accounts (ZBA), ensuring completeness and accuracy of account balances.

· Prepare journal entries as needed to ensure accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting.

· Review and approve entries prepared by Staff Accountant to ensure compliance, accuracy and integrity.

· Record transactions involving real estate acquisitions/disposals/entity changes/lot line adjustments, understand the overall goal to determine how to setup and book journal entries that are in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and properly reflect business needs

· Prepare and review monthly workpapers and reconcile general ledger accounts to subsidiary ledgers.

· Prepare and review consolidated financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow) in accordance with GAAP for individual and consolidated entities.

· Maintain entity level capital calls, income distribution and ensure proper calculation of internal rate of return for assigned entities.

· Support the audit process by gathering and reviewing supporting documentation, addressing inquiries, and collaborating with the external audit team to ensure a smooth and efficient audit.

· Prepare quarterly lender reports with variance explanations for loan covenant reporting.

· Improve accounting procedures and workflows to enhance efficiency.

· Assist with special tasks as needed.

Other duties as assigned:

· Create or update documentation for accounting processes and procedures.

· Research accounting regulations as needed to ensure transactions recorded are in compliance with GAAP.

· Cross training and documentation.

· Participate in continuing education opportunities

· Provide guidance and mentorship to Staff Accountants.

· Ensure adherence to internal controls and recommend improvements where needed.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

· Detail oriented: Ensure completeness and accuracy when recording transactions and reviewing work performed by others (A/R, A/P).

· Collaborative: Work closely with various teams to understand business transactions and apply accounting expertise for accurate and timely recording.

· Independent: Manage assigned companies or focus areas autonomously, ensuring deadlines are met.

· Time Management: Prioritize tasks effectively to meet tight month-end and quarter-end deadlines.

· Analytical & problem solving: Apply strong accounting knowledge to handle both routine and complex transactions, considering company structure and different accounting frameworks (accrual, cash, tax, fair

market).

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

· Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance or related field

· 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. CPA preferred

· Advanced Excel skills and/or knowledge of Yardi and Spectrum preferred

· Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), internal controls and how to apply them

· Understanding of Real Estate, business entities and different books (cash, accrual, etc.) and how entities roll-up for financial statements

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

· Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance or related field

· 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. CPA preferred

· Advanced Excel skills and/or knowledge of Yardi and Spectrum preferred

· Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), internal controls and how to apply them

· Understanding of Real Estate, business entities and different books (cash, accrual, etc.) and how entities roll-up for financial statements

We are committed to supporting our employees with a robust benefits package designed to promote well-being, financial security, and professional growth. Below is the list of benefits provided:

·         Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical coverage for employees and their families.

·         Dental Insurance: Access to preventative and restorative dental care.

·         Vision Insurance: Coverage for eye exams, glasses, and contact lenses.

·         Life Insurance: Financial protection for employees' loved ones.

·         401(k) Matching: Company matches a portion of employees’ retirement savings contributions.

·         Education Reimbursement: Financial support for continuing education and professional development.

·         Paid Time Off (PTO): Flexible paid leave for vacation, personal days, and holidays.

·         Sick Leave: Paid time off for illness and medical appointments.