Senior Accountant (Temporary)

Description

• Reviews and approves Accountant and/or Accounting Clerk duties for timeliness and accuracy.
• Repair and replacement funds owned by the military
• Prepares the monthly/quarterly financial statements.
• Conveyance of assets by the military
• Prepares accurate and timely Prepared by Client (PBC) work papers required by the auditors.
• Collaborates with Director/Manager in the preparation of year-end financial statements and accompanying notes to financial statements. Updates the financial statement notes for all relevant disclosures including new disclosures required by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Works with the others in the organization to achieve consistency in accounting, reporting, system, and process implementation.
• Responds to requests from other departments as needed (asset management, corporate accounting, Tax, Finance, etc.).
• Assists Property Management with accounting matters during close and reporting.
• Assumes responsibility for the monthly closing of a portfolio of military housing properties, including general ledger account reconciliations and bank account reconciliations.
• Assists Property Management in the implementation of the new systems and processes.
• Responds to questions from the auditors during both interim and year-end sessions. Ensures that all questions and review comments are cleared on a timely basis.
• Performs additional analysis and communicates findings to assist leaders in making informed business decisions.
• Completes and provides the accurate and timely review of the periodic financial reporting packages sent to the military branches of a portfolio of military housing PPP properties.
• With direction from the Director/Manager, assists in research and accounting for complex transactions related to the military housing PPP properties:
• Performs the accurate and timely review and completion of the annual financial statement audits:
• Prepares/Reviews general ledger analysis and entries, as required.

Requirements

• Ability to identify problems, collect and analyze data and draw logical conclusions.
• Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and industry professionals.
• Comprehends and interprets legal documents related to the portfolio of properties.
• CPA or CPA eligible Preferred
• Experience with Yardi, JD Edwards- Enterprise One and/or other large ERP systems Required and
• Must be detail oriented and able to work within specified deadlines.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in accounting Required
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Prior experience in the Real Estate/Finance industry. Preferred
• Cash waterfalls and coordination with the Lockbox Agent and Asset Management
• Analytical and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• 4-6 years Experience required for the Senior Accountant. Required and
• Prior experience managing others Preferred and
• Adherence to Restricted Use requirements for cash and other assets
• Ability to multitask and work as part of a team to meet team goals in addition to individual responsibilities.
• General knowledge of chart of accounts, general ledger, trial balance, financial statement preparation, GAAP and internal control policies and procedures are required.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with MS Office applications. Advanced working knowledge of MS Excel is required.
• Requires a detail oriented, independent thinker who can be a part of a team and demonstrates strong attention to detail, and has experience working in a dynamic environment with a commitment to meeting deadlines.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance