What are the responsibilities and job description for the Property Management Accountant position at Russell Co.?
Brief Description
Russell is a professional services firm providing construction and development services across the Midwest. Since its inception in 1983, Russell’s culture promotes a collaborative work environment that strives to exceed our clients’ expectations and provide life-time career opportunities for our professionals.
Headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, with offices in St. Louis, Missouri and Overland Park, Kansas, Russell has delivered more than $3 billion in projects across 33 states. We remain a market leader in our core markets, including new construction and complex additions and renovations.
At Russell, we are creating more than a project - we are building great people, relationships, and communities.
Life at Russell
The number one response we receive when we ask our team members what they like about Russell is the culture. Russell team members describe working here as being more flexible than any place they’ve ever worked. They feel supported and support each other. They have fun. They are empowered to get their work done how they see fit. And most of all, they know they can continue their careers here because of the rich development tools available to them. Life at Russell is full of opportunities.
How You’ll Contribute
As Property Management Accountant, you will help us reach our strategic growth goals by performing accounting functions related to our property management division.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Education and experience requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related field required with advanced degree or CPA preferred. 3 to 5 years experience and knowledge of all aspects of accounting and financial management required. Property Management background highly desirable. Thorough knowledge of all relevant Federal, State and local requirements regarding financial records. Ability to effectively communicate ideas, issues, and updates in both written and verbal formats to leadership, internal teams, clients, and stakeholders. Organizational skills are crucial. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Excel, QuickBooks and MS Office suite required. Excellent judgment and decision-making skills essential. Ability to multi-task is vital.
Russell is a professional services firm providing construction and development services across the Midwest. Since its inception in 1983, Russell’s culture promotes a collaborative work environment that strives to exceed our clients’ expectations and provide life-time career opportunities for our professionals.
Headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, with offices in St. Louis, Missouri and Overland Park, Kansas, Russell has delivered more than $3 billion in projects across 33 states. We remain a market leader in our core markets, including new construction and complex additions and renovations.
At Russell, we are creating more than a project - we are building great people, relationships, and communities.
Life at Russell
The number one response we receive when we ask our team members what they like about Russell is the culture. Russell team members describe working here as being more flexible than any place they’ve ever worked. They feel supported and support each other. They have fun. They are empowered to get their work done how they see fit. And most of all, they know they can continue their careers here because of the rich development tools available to them. Life at Russell is full of opportunities.
How You’ll Contribute
As Property Management Accountant, you will help us reach our strategic growth goals by performing accounting functions related to our property management division.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements/reporting packages for the property management division.
- Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
- Analyze various transactions and identify appropriate accounting treatment.
- Reconcile monthly bank reconciliations to the general ledger.
- Record and process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Coordinate and analyze billing and collection activities.
- Oversee the preparation of annual operating budgets.
- Review all customer project invoices prior to submission to the customer/owner to ensure their accuracy.
- Assist management with special projects and other tasks as assigned.
Education and experience requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related field required with advanced degree or CPA preferred. 3 to 5 years experience and knowledge of all aspects of accounting and financial management required. Property Management background highly desirable. Thorough knowledge of all relevant Federal, State and local requirements regarding financial records. Ability to effectively communicate ideas, issues, and updates in both written and verbal formats to leadership, internal teams, clients, and stakeholders. Organizational skills are crucial. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Excel, QuickBooks and MS Office suite required. Excellent judgment and decision-making skills essential. Ability to multi-task is vital.
