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Senior Accountant

Full-time | Scottsdale, AZ

A well-established real estate development and management group in Scottsdale is seeking to bring on an experienced Senior Accountant to support its expanding portfolio. This pivotal role will be responsible for overseeing and executing advanced accounting tasks, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and operational excellence. This role involves managing the monthly close process, financial reporting, property onboarding, and delivering high-level support to Portfolio Directors, property owners, and site managers. The Senior Accountant will take the lead handling complex reconciliations and assisting with audit preparations.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the monthly close cycle for assigned properties, including reviewing and posting journal entries, reconciling GL accounts, preparing bank reconciliations, and finalizing financial packages for management review.
Serve as the primary accounting liaison for Portfolio Directors and property owners, addressing and resolving high-level accounting inquiries and providing strategic insights.
Prepare and review monthly owner distributions, management fees, and property-specific financial reports.
Review and approve monthly sales tax calculations and filings, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Lead the accounting efforts for property acquisitions and dispositions, including due diligence requests, closing prorations, closing statement reviews, and post-closing reconciliations.
Oversee and execute new property onboarding, including initial financial setup and establishing reporting structures.
Conduct internal property audits and recommend process improvements to enhance financial and operational efficiency.
Assist with external audits by preparing supporting documentation, reconciling complex accounts, and addressing auditor inquiries.
Collaborate with tax accountants on compliance and reporting to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulatory requirements.
Execute various ad hoc projects and reporting initiatives.
Mentor and support Staff Accountants, fostering professional development and ensuring team collaboration.
Support year-end audit processes by preparing schedules, reconciling accounts, and working directly with external auditors.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required); CPA or progress toward certification (preferred).

3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate development or property management.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and financial modeling.

Experience with accounting software such as Yardi (preferred) with the ability to optimize system utilization.

Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statements, and accounting processes.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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