Staff Accountant, Hourly

Location: Los Angeles, CA Work Arrangement: Hybrid Employment Type: Full-time Compensation: $40/hr-$48/hr Requisition ID: JR103671 About The Employer April Housing is a leading owner and operator of high-quality affordable housing across the United States. Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company is backed by Blackstone Real Estate and manages a portfolio of more than 90,000 affordable housing units. Role Summary The Staff Accountant is a key member of the accounting team reporting to the Corporate Accounting Manager or Supervisor and working closely with the Director to contribute to a timely and accurate month-end close. This position is responsible for advanced accounting activities related to affordable housing multi-family limited partnerships and includes executing critical internal controls, maintaining GAAP compliance, and driving process improvements across Corporate Accounting. What You'll Do Perform daily accounting operations including journal entries, account reconciliations, SOX internal control procedures and financial reporting.Process monthly financial packages from third-party property management companies (PMCOs) to ensure completeness and accuracy of reported information.Provide oversight and guidance to PMCOs to ensure GAAP compliance and data integrity.Prepare journal entries and other analytical data to support month end closes.Support the accounting for debt, including journal entries, reconciliation, and reporting.Reconcile general ledger account balances to the sub-ledger or supporting schedules.Analyze month-over-month and actual budget variances for both balance sheet and income statement activity.Actively assist in implementing new accounting processes and streamlining existing processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.Work closely with other teams in the organization and external third-party providers to ensure that all transactions are recorded properly and timely.Gather documentation and prepare responses to requests from internal and external auditors.Troubleshoot escalated issues and ensure that they are handled timely and effectively.Document and update operating standard procedures for key accounting processes.Provide special project assistance to the CFO, CAO, Controller, or Accounting and Tax.Produce ad hoc reports and analyses as necessary. Required Qualifications BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or Business2+ years of relevant accounting experience in both industry and public accountingStrong knowledge of GAAP, including consolidations and real estate accountingCPA preferredExperience in real estate or investment accounting strongly preferredBig 4 public accounting experience is a plusAdvanced proficiency in Excel; experience with Yardi, FAS, and real-estate-related systems preferredStrong attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume environmentsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational and time-management abilitiesAbility to develop and implement processes and proceduresStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentCollaborative mindset with the ability to work across departmentsConsistent use of sound judgment, discretion, and business acumen Benefits April Housing offers health insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Equal Opportunity Statement April Housing is an equal opportunity employer.