Staff I Fund Accountant

Your Opportunity

The Scion Group is seeking a motivated Staff Accountant to join our Fund Accounting team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or accounting professional with up to one year of experience who is looking to build a strong foundation in real estate, fund, and joint venture accounting.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the day-to-day accounting activities for joint venture entities, including REITs, and holding companies.
• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely.
• Aid in recording capital contributions and distributions.
• Support the preparation of monthly account reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
• Aid in intercompany account reconciliations and balance verification.
• Participate in the month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Help prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Aid in preparing financial statement disclosures and footnote support documentation.
• Work with property accountants and other internal teams to gather information needed for financial reporting.
• Respond to audit requests and provide supporting documentation during annual audits and interim testing.
• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 0–1 year of accounting experience, including internships
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial statements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a professional accounting environment

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities