Staff Accountant

About the role

Over the last 20 years, Ares' success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare direct bills, late fees, and one-time charges for tenants
• Maintain an accurate aging report, including application of tenant credits
• Review cash receipts prepared by Accounts Receivable Specialist daily
• Work closely with Accounts Receivable Specialist to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Correspond with Third-Party Property Managers regarding property operations
• Review accounts payable for accuracy
• Prepare month end journal entries
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and other duties as assigned
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reporting packages
• Prepare monthly CAM reconciliations
• Assist with yearly budget preparation

Requirements

• Knowledge of accounting to record accounting entries, analyze and interpret information, and make deductions from varying facts and circumstances required.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in a high-volume environment preferred.
• Experience with Yardi and/or AvidXchange preferred.
• A motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical and communication skills is required.
• The ability to multi-task in a highly dynamic environment and meet challenging deadlines is critical.
• Requires the ability to self-manage, independently exercise professional and technical judgment, problem solve and take initiative.
• An aptitude for Microsoft Office applications, including strong Excel skills required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance demonstrating a strong academic record during undergraduate studies required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounting to record accounting entries, analyze and interpret information, and make deductions from varying facts and circumstances required.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in a high-volume environment preferred.
• Experience with Yardi and/or AvidXchange preferred.
• A motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical and communication skills is required.
• The ability to multi-task in a highly dynamic environment and meet challenging deadlines is critical.
• Requires the ability to self-manage, independently exercise professional and technical judgment, problem solve and take initiative.
• An aptitude for Microsoft Office applications, including strong Excel skills required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance demonstrating a strong academic record during undergraduate studies required.

Skills

• Knowledge of accounting to record accounting entries, analyze and interpret information, and make deductions from varying facts and circumstances required.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in a high-volume environment preferred.
• Experience with Yardi and/or AvidXchange preferred.
• A motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical and communication skills is required.
• The ability to multi-task in a highly dynamic environment and meet challenging deadlines is critical.
• Requires the ability to self-manage, independently exercise professional and technical judgment, problem solve and take initiative.
• An aptitude for Microsoft Office applications, including strong Excel skills required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance demonstrating a strong academic record during undergraduate studies required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) program with company match
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA)
• Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit

Pay

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role.

Schedule

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