Accountant (GL-R2R) - Property Accounting

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and furnish monthly reports and reconciliations with stakeholders adhering to policies and procedures inclusive of internal controls
• Responsible for all billing activities, such as the calculation of management fees and the creation of invoices
• Aid the supervisor with month-end processes and financial reporting as needed
• Perform cash management functions, initiate and post journal entries, research & resolve issues as needed
• Analyze expenses and prepare accruals, with a clear understanding of how to calculate and remit sales tax for relevant regions
• Review and support the accounts payable workflow, along with expense reimbursements
• Analyze cash balances and select invoices for payment
• Perform Accounts receivable aging, reconciliation, and reporting
• Book and analyze of fixed assets, depreciation, and prepaid expenses for properties that book on this basis
• Real-time update and maintenance of the month-end close checklist
• Regular communication and monitoring for early identification of escalations in critical activities to reduce any risks
• Prepare audit-related requests and other duties as assigned
• Formulate detailed process maps and documentations (SOPs)

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• M.Com, MBA (Finance) specialized in Accounting or other relevant degree

Computer/Technical Skills

• Experience with ERPs such as Yardi, Entrata, Real Page
• Proficient with MS Office, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Familiarity with JIRA, Macros, and Power BI will be an added advantage

Soft Skills

• Excellent critical reasoning and quantitative skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Proven organizational skills with attention to detail
• Able to multi-task effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience

• 3 to 8 years in a relevant position
• Experience in multi-family, student housing, and affordable housing property management and accounting