What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at NexMetro Communities?
NexMetro is an innovative real estate developer that is revolutionizing how consumers think about housing. We are seeking a Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations and preparation of monthly accounting reports.
Established in 2012, NexMetro is one of the largest developers of purpose-built rental home communities (Build-to-Rent) in the Sunbelt. Built under our award-winning Avilla Homes brand, our Class A developments are strategically located in submarkets of large, growing metropolitan areas. NexMetro brings an innovative leased home lifestyle to renters by blending carefree living with the privacy of a luxury single-family home. We have redefined traditional multifamily living with more than 60 projects and 10,000 homes completed or under development across the nation. Just as we’ve reimagined housing for our residents, we are equally committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where every team member is valued and supported. We strive to foster a work environment where you feel welcomed, valued, supported and empowered, with equal access to opportunities for growth and success. Your voice matters here, and we encourage open communication and transparency, allowing for the exchange of ideas and collaboration. Together, we foster a supportive workplace, a community where every individual feels connected and inspired to thrive. We are an entrepreneurial company with a strong, passionate company culture, and we are seeking team members with a similar mindset.
Summary of Responsibilities:
• Prepare timely and accurate accounting management reports, budgets and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare journal entries relating to amortization, depreciation, accruals, in accordance with GAAP, as part of the monthly close.
• Maintain complex ledgers; reconcile and analyze reports/ledgers.
• Accurately collect, process, and post A/R.
• Maintain daily treasury activity and reconcile bank accounts monthly.
• Identify GAAP to management reporting differences in job costing activities.
• Comply with and enforce existing internal controls while monitoring and suggesting improvements as needed.
• Update and maintain fixed asset schedules for underlying properties.
• At the end of the period, record accurate accruals, deferrals, reclasses and intercompany entries into the company’s accounting ledger; perform account analysist to verify entries and balances are correct.
• Stay current with industry best practices; recommend and implement continuous improvement strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiencies.
• Assist Controller and Assistant with special projects.
• Always represent NexMetro in a professional manner.
• Conform to company apparel standards and set a positive example for colleagues.
• Perform all duties as directed and assist the overall team effort in any way possible.
Summary of Ideal Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA licensure is a plus but not required.
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Skill in reading and interpreting statistical and financial data.
• High proficiency with Yardi or other accounting software.
• MS Office advanced computer skills. Excel intermediate to advanced level.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
• Knowledge of cash management and budgeting.
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Ability to sort through information, assess priorities and resolve problems efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with a focus on timely, accurate results.
• Ability to accept & minimize the stress of meeting all monthly deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Works well with others and thrives in a team-oriented environment.
• 3-5 years of full-cycle accounting experience, preferably in the construction or property management industry.
NexMetro’s Core Values:
Servant Leadership: Lead with humility, providing encouragement and empowering achievement.
Collaborative Spirit: Inspire individual drive, focus and performance to create a best-in-class organization.
Pursuit of Excellence: Inspire individual drive, focus and performance to create a best-in-class organization.
Do the Right Thing. Always: Act honestly, ethically, and responsibly.
The Power of Fun: Life’s too short. Make work fun.
NexMetropian Qualities:
NexMetro team members, also known as NexMetropians, form a diverse group of professionals from many walks of life with certain shared traits that create a common thread. NexMetropians are humble, understanding that our strength comes through our collective abilities and not through individual achievement. NexMetropians are hardworking team members willing to roll up our sleeves to help others regardless of our role within the organization. NexMetropians lead by example, and we do not ask things of our team members that we are not willing to do or have not done ourselves in the past. Finally, NexMetropians are a lot of fun, and we enjoy working together to build a great company and a great product for our residents.