Staff Accountant

Overview

Assist with accounting tasks, month-end close, and reporting for real estate properties.

Key Responsibilities

• ledger maintenance
• bank reconciliation
• journal entries
• month-end close
• accounts payable
• financial reporting

Tasks

-Maintain accurate general ledger and property-level accounting records -Perform bank reconciliations, prepare journal entries, and assist with month-end close activities -Record and review accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll transactions -Collaborate with senior accounting staff to improve processes and ensure timely, accurate reporting -Support financial reporting, budgeting, and ad-hoc analysis

Requirements

• 1-2 years
• excel
• yardi
• bachelor’s
• gaap
• detail-oriented

What You Bring

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with 1–2 years of experience who is ready to take the next step in their career and deepen their expertise in real estate accounting. You’ll work closely with senior finance leadership, gain exposure to both property operations and corporate reporting, and play an active role in the monthly close process. A well-established, fully integrated real estate investment and management firm with a diverse portfolio of multifamily and mixed-use properties across the Tri-State area is seeking to add a Staff Accountant to its Bergen County office. The firm offers a collaborative, hands-on environment with exposure to both property- and corporate-level accounting. -1–2 years of accounting experience; prior real estate or property accounting exposure a plus -Strong Excel skills; experience with Yardi Voyager or similar software preferred -Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance -Solid understanding of basic GAAP principles and general ledger accounting -Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with strong communication skills

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About Cobalt Recruitment

-Founded with a mission to connect exceptional talent with leading employers in the built environment. -Renowned for tailored recruitment services across construction, property, and energy. -A trusted partner for both candidates and clients with deep industry expertise. -Specializes in sectors such as construction, energy, engineering, and infrastructure, bringing high-caliber professionals to the table. -A consistent player in the recruitment space, helping shape successful projects across residential, commercial, and industrial domains. -Track record spans the successful delivery of projects from large-scale developments to niche, technical roles. -Knows their sector-specific needs and consistently matches candidates with the right opportunities.

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