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Senior Accountant
Position Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will manage and oversee the accounting functions for multiple entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. You will work closely with the Vice President of Finance & Accounting to streamline processes and support the company's financial operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple entities, adhering to GAAP standards.
- Month-End and Year-End Close: Oversee the closing process, including reviewing general ledger entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring all financial activities are accurately recorded.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable Oversight: Supervise the processing of invoices, payments, and collections, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Bank Reconciliations: Perform regular reconciliations of bank statements to maintain accurate cash balances.
- Equity Account Management: Maintain and reconcile equity accounts, ensuring accurate reflection of ownership and investment activities.
- Consolidations: Manage the consolidation process for multiple entities, ensuring accurate combined financial statements.
- Compliance and Taxation: Ensure compliance with tax regulations, particularly for non-profit entities, and coordinate with external CPA firms for tax filings.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes and implement best practices to increase efficiency.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA certification preferred or near completion (e.g., one exam remaining).
- Experience: 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably with exposure to public accounting and a desire to transition to the private sector.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in QuickBooks is essential; openness to adopting new accounting software in the future. Basic Excel skills required.
- Analytical Abilities: Strong understanding of general ledger functions, accounts payable/receivable processes, and financial analysis.
- Tax Knowledge: Familiarity with tax reporting and compliance, especially concerning non-profit entities, is highly desirable.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous and detail-oriented, with a passion for accuracy in financial reporting.
Additional Information:
- Work Schedule: Full-time, in-office position, Monday through Friday, with flexibility in working hours (typically 9 AM to 5 PM).
- Compensation: Competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $120,000, commensurate with experience.
- Benefits: 15 days of PTO, with accrual increasing with tenure; medical benefits available. Please note that a 401(k) plan is not currently offered.
- Work Environment: Professional yet flexible dress code; collaborative and supportive team culture.
If you are an accounting professional with a keen eye for detail and a desire to contribute to a dynamic real estate development company, we encourage you to apply.
- 35 entities, including 1 non-profit
- Public accounting experience preferred, but role does not involve direct A/R or A/P work (may need to manage these functions)
- CPA or actively sitting for CPA exams is a plus
- Must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Strong understanding of debits and credits
- Responsible for month-end, quarterly, and year-end close processes
- CPA firm handles taxes, but this role includes tax preparation responsibilities
- Perfect for someone looking to be a Controller or grow into a Controller
Salary : $110,000 - $120,000
