Accountant, Property Accounting

Job Summary

Invitation Homes is a fast-paced, publicly traded REIT with over 100,000 single family rental homes and a market capitalization of over $17 billion. We are seeking a Property Accountant to join our Property Accounting team. This role is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, supporting the month-end close process, and collaborating with other teams within the Accounting Department.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare high-volume journal entries, complete bank reconciliations across multiple accounts, and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Review the balance sheets and income statements to ensure accuracy.
• Support and meet month-end close deadlines.
• Review financial results and provide analysis and insight.
• Aid in recurring and ad hoc analyses of financial results, including trends, performance metrics, and benchmarks.
• Aid in internal and external audit requests, including SOX compliance and internal controls documentation.
• Participate in Company-provided training to increase knowledge of single-family residential business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• 1+ years of experience in accounting and financial statement preparation is preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel functionality is required.
• Yardi experience a plus.

Skills/Specialized Knowledge

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Analytical thinker with attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Ability to follow and apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to read and comprehend financial statements.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills; ability to relate to others.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to set and meet goals and consistently meet deadlines.

Other Requirements

• Maintain professional appearance.
• Ability to be at work on a regular and consistent basis; Overtime may be required for this position.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers.
• May entail light lifting of supplies and materials occasionally, up to and including 20 pounds.
• Position requires the ability to talk, hear, compare, compute, compile, copy, analyze, coordinate, synthesize, negotiate, and communicate.

Compensation And Benefits

• Salary Range: $57,862.50 - $100,295.00, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• Benefits: Annual bonus program, Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, Long-term and short-term disability insurance, Generous paid time off plans, including vacation accrual, sick time, standard holidays and floating holidays, 401(k) with company matching contributions, Awesome work environment with casual dress, Team events and gatherings (Pre- and Post-Covid), Invitation Homes is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and innovative environment with the best associates.