Position Summary:
The Portfolio Accountant (Internally known as Staff Accountant) is responsible for learning to oversee the day-to-day accounting functions for a portfolio of multifamily properties. The Staff Accountant will analyze the general ledger activity, prepare monthly financial statements, and manage cash position of a portfolio. Represents the company in a professional and courteous manner.
Essential Job Functions:
- Responsible for portfolio of multifamily rent properties; analyzing general ledger activity to ensure revenue and expense are correctly recognized and prepared in agreement with the client requirements and the applicable accounting principles.
- Prepares monthly financial statements for the assigned portfolio to ensure an accurate representation of the companys financial position; including but not limited to closing entities books on a monthly basis, preparing journal entries, balance sheet and income statement analysis and reconciliation.
- Manages cash position of portfolio; calculating distributions per client requirements, committing cash to approved payables and communicating any cash deficits for funding.
- Manages capital escrows, verifying repairs are completed on a timely basis, and submitted per terms of loan agreements.
- Completes bank reconciliations on a monthly basis and assists in the detection/correction of adjustments in a timely manner.
- Completes special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications/Skills:
- 4-year accounting degree, or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of standard accounting practices and procedures
- Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office application skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
Desired Qualifications/Skills:
- Bachelors or Associates degree in Accounting or Related Field
Minimum Qualifications/Skills:
- 4-year accounting degree, or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of standard accounting practices and procedures
- Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office application skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
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