What are the responsibilities and job description for the Property Staff Accountant position at Prairie Management & Development, Inc.?

Job Description

This position is based at our company headquarters, located in the heart of downtown Chicago, IL

Responsibilities : As a Property Staff Accountant, this individual will play a key role in the company’s Accounting Department. S / he will perform day-to-day accounting tasks for a portfolio of properties and will interface with a variety of people including site personnel, Area Managers, and other members of the Accounting and Administrative teams.

This salary amount does not include an Annual discretionary bonus reflecting your progress and performance PLUS fully paid Medical and Disability insurance.

Responsibilities may include :

Compile and record tenant-related transactions in the general ledger

Prepare and submit monthly HAP vouchers to the appropriate housing authority

Review rent roll and gross potential rent, record any adjustments

Complete monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet / income statement accounts

Team with site personnel to complete day-to-day accounting tasks, and answer related questions

Collaborate with Area Manager and site personnel troubleshoot problems

Complete month-end close tasks accurately and on time

Assist with preparation of files for annual audit / tax return, and provide support during audit fieldwork

Assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for investors and tax agencies

Meticulously maintain all files and records

Complete all tasks while complying with GAAP, internal controls, and other internal policies

May be cross trained in payroll and / or accounts payable administration

Other duties as assigned by Controller and CFO

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, preferred

1 years of related experience, preferred

Strong understanding of GAAP

Superb Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Experience using account software (preferably Yardi)

Strong communication and time management skills

Extremely detail-oriented and analytical

Must act with highest degree of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality

Applicable Physical Capabilities : General mobility in office areas is required, along with the ability to operate data processing / office equipment.

Company Description

Prairie Management & Development, Inc. (PMD) is a mission-driven property development and management firm with over 40 years of industry experience. PMD’s primary focus is to provide, through construction and preservation, clean, safe and affordable housing for the residents, including for some who are most in need. The company owns and / or manages 40 projects, all of which are located in the Midwest. Company headquarters is located on North Michigan Avenue in Chicago.

Prairie Management & Development, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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