What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Famicos Foundation?
SUMMARY: The Senior Accountant at Famicos Foundation is a vital member of the Finance department, attending to a number of functions at this affordable housing organization. Working with the CFO and other members of the team, the Senior Accountant ensures the organization stays in compliance with all partnership and governmental entities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with CFO to prepare partnership reports and monitor the financial status of all Famicos' properties.
Responsible for the monthly closing process of the financial statements for all Famicos Entities and Affiliates on a timely and accurate basis to prepare outside deadline-driven reports.
Manages the payroll system and new hire training.
Reviews contracts and pricing agreements for building services.
Works with staff accountants on reconciling AR and AP reports to the GL.
Works with the Asset Manager and Property Management team to manage an efficient and timely process of recording rent collections and processing APs with the accounting department.
Assists in providing timely financial information for Grant Proposals that are presented throughout the year.
Responsible for understanding and continued learning of Yardi and QuickBooks to assist coworkers with issues pertaining to the accounting systems.
Prepares account reconciliations and supporting detail for year-end Audits and Tax Returns.
Assists in preparation of annual budgets.
Other duties and special projects that may be assigned by the Executive Director and CFO
Real estate experience or affordable housing experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE
- GAAP
- Real Estate development
- Property management
- CDC system in the city of Cleveland
- HUD
- LIHTC
- Yardi Voyager or similar accounting system
- QuickBooks
- Basic knowledge of HR laws and regulations
- Accounting policies and procedures
SKILLS
- Excellent project management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong networking skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong conflict management skills
- Excellent math/accounting skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Good leadership skills
- Good supervisory skills
- Good coaching skills
- Good stress management skills
ATTRIBUTES
- Capable of performing under pressure and keeping track of multiple issues simultaneously
- Highly organized with the ability to keep information readily available for review
- Willingness to work flexible hours to accommodate organizational requirements
- Ability to work with different personalities
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Customer service orientation
- Ability to manage change
- Ability to teach others
- Possesses initiative
- Good judgment
- Safety conscious
- Deadline oriented
- Detail-oriented
- Adaptable
- Persistent
- Assertive
- Motivated
Salary : $65 - $80
