Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant Overview

• The Staff Accountant role focuses on financial reporting for real estate investment funds, joint ventures, and partnerships.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate financial analysis and reporting in a hybrid work environment.
• Join a leading real estate investment trust offering growth opportunities and a dynamic team culture.
• Leverage your accounting expertise to prepare and review financial statements and investment reports.
• Engage in annual audits and ensure compliance with GAAP standards.
• Contribute to monthly and quarterly financial closings, reconciliations, and consolidations.
• Work with advanced Excel tools and accounting software to streamline processes.
• Enhance your skills in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional development.

Staff Accountant Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare and review financial statements for investment funds, joint ventures, and partnerships.
• Analyze partnership agreements and summarize investment terms effectively.
• Assist in annual audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Monitor portfolio accounts and manage related financial activities.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial entries, reconciliations, and analyses.
• Calculate joint venture fees and perform variance analyses.
• Prepare capital calls, distributions, and investor financial reports.
• Communicate with partners, investors, and asset managers effectively.
• Handle ad hoc reporting and special projects as assigned.

Staff Accountant Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate or public accounting.
• Proficiency in general ledger accounting and account reconciliations.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with MRI accounting software.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy in financial reporting.
• Experience with real estate investment accounting is preferred.