Staff Accountant

Emerald Communities is a mission-focused, not-for-profit organization that provides leadership for its affiliate organizations to create and enhance lifestyle opportunities for seniors. We are a 30-year old organization-serving seniors in the Pacific Northwest. Over the past decade, Emerald Communities has expanded its Redmond campus and created a new start-up community in Gig Harbor. We have plans to continue expanding our existing communities and pursue other growth opportunities.

The Staff Accountant plays a key role in the daily accounting operations of Emerald Communities. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, this position will further define Emerald Communities fixed asset accounting while also overseeing accounting activities for a diverse area of the business.

We offer:

100% paid medical, dental and vision, employer paid life insurance and AD&D for employees working 30 hours/week (Option to buy-up if desired). In addition, we offer a Flexible Spending account for medical and childcare reimbursements with a $500.00 rollover feature (No Rollover on childcare) AND the option to purchase Long Term disability insurance. Eligibility begins the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 403(B) plan (Eligibility on 403b – 20 hours per week) – We match 50 cents for every dollar saved up to 10% of your annual salary. Matching begins the first of the quarter following 1 year of employment. Full-time employees are eligible to accrue up to 16 paid time off days, 6 paid holidays and 3 personal days. Pro-rated paid time off is available to part-time employees.

In Addition, we offer:

Gym/Pool

Employee Discount Program

Free Parking

Free meal

Beautiful walking paths around the community

Pay: $75,000-$82,000

Primary Responsibilities:

Fixed Assets

• Track and analyze in process Capital Acquisition Requests, ensuring purchases are in alignment with original requests and estimates.
• Coordinate with project leads on project status and any outstanding expenditures.
• Record Capitalization upon completion of project with schedules and asset type.
• Accurate and timely reconciliation of Construction in Process, generation of depreciation, and continual maintenance of existing fixed asset records.

Month-End

• Review and record various month-end activities, including Point-Of-Sale Transactions, allocations of revenue, and accruals in support of food and beverage operations.
• Generate and create reports for management, as necessary.

Reconciliations

• Reconcile sub-ledger from various modules to General Ledger reports.
• Reconcile outstanding deposit liabilities with current statuses of residency.
• Review Restricted Fund Use and charitable contributions.
• Provide assistance with other reconciliations, as necessary.

Other Duties

• Manages deposits and ensures accurate coding and allocations.
• Record new vendors into AP system and prepare 1099s.
• Support audit requests and perform related analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounting roles with demonstrated understanding and application of GAAP, including work experience in Fixed Assets Accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with ERP accounting system and ability to learn new software as necessary.
• Excellent organizational abilities, keen attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, strong communication skills, solution-oriented, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Professional and respectful with residents and colleagues.
• Strong commitment to professional growth.
• Proven track record of implementing continuous improvement.

All Emerald Communities employees must pass a criminal background check and other pre-employment requirements. We are an E-Verify employer.

Emerald Communities is an equal opportunity employer.