What are the responsibilities and job description for the Portfolio Accountant position at Second Avenue?
Second Avenue is the premier platform for enabling institutions to deploy meaningful capital into single-deeded residential assets (SFR) while retaining control and valuable lines of sight into their investments over time. Second Avenue’s proprietary technology and exclusive relationships have allowed it to bring scale to scattered single-family investment homes, a strategy that was previously untenable as an institutional asset class. The Company provides all aspects of sourcing, acquisition, and property management services for its clients..
We offer a positive culture and professional work environment. Please visit our website for additional background on our business platform – www.secondavenue.com
Job Summary:
The Portfolio Accountant will work across our business disciplines and interact daily with our Executive Management team. Desired qualities include teamwork, flexibility, being able to meet the demands of a deal-oriented work environment, and most importantly, fully executing all assignments with a “wrestle it to the ground” attitude and focus. We offer a casual, yet professional work environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Prepare daily and monthly journal entries
• Complete and maintain balance sheet reconciliation
• Prepare month end financial packages for clients and internal management
• Reviews Balance sheet and Income statements to ensure accuracy
• Review accounts payable invoices
• Review posting for electronic payments
• Review and record closing proceeds from property sales.
• Review and record payments for property purchases
• Review and record payments for commissions earned and paid
• Prepare ad-hoc reports as requested
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting and financial statement preparation is required.
• Previous single family or multi-family property management accounting experience is preferred.
• Propertyware and NetSuite experience is preferred
• Intermediate Excel expertise is required
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required
Job Competencies
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities including the ability to identify and implement best practices that improve the accounting team’s effectiveness and efficiency
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• Commitment to providing best-in-class customer service
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
• Standing, walking, and/or sitting for extended periods of time.
• Frequent climbing, standing, use of fingers, handling, feeling, talking, and hearing.
• Moderate stooping and lifting.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Position Type
Full-time, Hourly - Non-Exempt (this is an in-office position)
Benefits
Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Short-Term Disability, Medical, Vision and Dental
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.
Second Avenue is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
