Staff Accountant

Job description
Responsible for the accounting function and production of accurate and timely financial reports.

Essential Job Duties

1. Prepare monthly financial statements for assigned properties including, but not limited to: bank reconciliations, journal entries, income/expense accruals, analyses, balance sheet preparation, footnote operating statement variances.

2. Reconcile general ledger accounts and complete month-end closing entries.

3. Monitor and manage daily cash for assigned properties.

4. Review and approve vendor invoices weekly for payment for assigned properties.

5. Review and approve resident Final Account Statements for assigned properties.

6. Review and close monthly accounts receivable for assigned properties.

7. Partner with and support property staff.

8. Prepare and complete year-end closing entries, work papers and supporting schedules.

9. Assist with acquisition and/or disposition of properties.

What we offer:

100% premiums paid for medical and dental (employee only coverage)

· 100% premiums paid for basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and employee assistance program.

· 100% premiums paid for Telemedicine (if elected medical coverage)

· 20% discount on rent in our communities

· 401k match up to 6%

· 3 weeks PTO for 1st year

· Employer HSA contribution (if selected High Deductible medical plan)

· 10 paid holidays

· Bonus potential

Job Requirements:

MUST WORK IN OFFICE 5 DAYS/WEEK

1. BA/BS degree in accounting with a minimum of 1 year accounting experience

2. Must be project oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

3. Good customer service skills. Manage difficult or emotional customer situations. Respond promptly to customer needs. Solicit customer feedback to improve service. Respond to requests for service and assistance. Meet commitments.

4. Strong communication (oral and written), critical thinking and analytical ability required.

a) Oral – Speaks English clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Listens and asks for clarification. Responds well to questions. Participates in meetings.

b) Written – Writes English clearly and informatively. Edits work for spelling and grammar. Presents numerical data effectively. Able to read and interpret written information.

5. Good planning/organizational skills. Ability to prioritize and plan work activities. Use time efficiently. Plan for additional resources. Set goals and objectives. Develop realistic action plans.

6. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to focus on solving conflict, not blaming. Maintain confidentiality. Listen to others without interrupting. Keep emotions under control. Remain open to others’ ideas. Willing to try new things.

7. Excellent teamwork skills. Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities. Exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views. Give and welcome feedback. Contribute to building a positive team spirit. Put success of team above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

8. Excellent attendance/punctuality. Must be consistently at work and on time. Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent. Arrive at meetings and appointments on time.

9. Excellent dependability. Must be able to follow instructions and respond to management direction. Able to take responsibility for own actions. Keep commitments. Complete tasks on time or notify appropriate person with an alternate plan.

10. Commitment to diversity. Demonstrate knowledge of EEO policy. Show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Promote a harassment-free environment.

11. Strong administrative skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products and keyboarding skills. Proficiency in Excel a must.

12. Previous experience with RealPage OneSite preferred.

13. Experience with cost and/or project accounting, property management and internal audit, preferred.

14. Ability to pass background and drug screenings.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:
• Office

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday

Experience:
• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
• CPA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:
• Edina, MN (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
• Edina, MN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

United States
Minnesota
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