Staff Accountant

TITLE: Staff Accountant

SUPERVISOR: Accounting Manager

LOCATION: Roslindale, MA

FLSA STATUS: Full-time, Exempt

Compensation: $65,000- $80,000 annually DOE

Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for full cycle accounting and accounts receivable/payable process for assigned properties. Duties include but are not limited to preparing, processing, reviewing, and evaluating financial transactions as well as processing invoices and expenses for assigned properties. Individual will work closely with the CFO/ Accounting Manager/Controller on special projects and other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Accounting or related field or 5+ years of Progressive Accounting Experience preferred.
• A minimum of 1-2 years in accounting is required.
• Knowledge of Yardi is a plus.
• Ability to work, multitask and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Strong attention to detail, and ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Experience with large national payroll vendor software a must.

RESPONSIBILITIES

General Ledger/Financial Reporting

• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and accounting packages for assigned properties.
• Prepare and enter routine journal entries, including monthly accruals and reclassifications.
• Assist with monthly balance sheet and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate outstanding or unusual reconciling items.
• Assist with the reconciliation of escrow, replacement reserve, and investment accounts.
• Review general ledger activity for accuracy and proper account coding.
• Assist with maintaining recurring journal entries and updating schedules as necessary.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial reporting packages and supporting schedules.
• Identify discrepancies and bring unusual account activity to the attention of the Accounting Manager.

Accounts Payable/Receivable

• Assist with entering vendor invoices and payment authorizations into the accounting system.
• Review invoices for appropriate supporting documentation, coding, and approval.
• Assist with weekly accounts payable check runs and verify proper authorization and accurate account coding.
• Respond to routine vendor inquiries regarding invoice status and payment information.
• Assist with vendor setup, including obtaining W-9 forms and maintaining accurate vendor records.
• Assist with reconciling accounts payable and accounts receivable balances.
• Compare resident and property receipts recorded in Yardi against bank activity to help ensure deposits are accurately recorded.
• Assist with reviewing rental revenue, gross potential rent, and outstanding receivable balances.
• Support the reconciliation and application of resident payments and prepayments.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly management fee calculations.
• Assist with mortgage payment authorizations and real estate tax payment processing.
• Maintain organized accounts payable and accounts receivable documentation.
• Provide general support to the Accounts Payable team as needed.

Audit Preparation and Compliance

• Assist with preparing annual audit schedules and supporting documentation for assigned properties.
• Compile general ledger details, bank reconciliations, account analyses, and supporting schedules requested by auditors.
• Assist with responding to routine audit requests.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records to support the annual audit process.
• Assist with recording approved audit adjustments and reconciling affected accounts.
• Ensure financial documentation is properly maintained and readily accessible.

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