Senior Property Accountant

Description

This is an in-person position with potential to work 1 day remotely.

The Senior Property Accountant is responsible for maintaining the financial integrity of accounting records for a portfolio of Foxfire-managed properties. This position prepares and analyzes financial statements, ensures compliance with internal policies, and works closely with Property Managers and the accounting team. The role requires a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail consistent with Foxfire’s standards, utilizing the accrual basis of accounting, in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Prepare journal entries required for monthly financial statements
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements for assigned properties by the 10th of every month
• Analyze and explain monthly budget-to-actual variances
• Review A/P, A/R, and prepaid schedules for accuracy
• Review cost center transactions and ensure proper coding
• Complete and verify bank reconciliations for all cash accounts
• Collaborate with Property Managers to review financial performance
• Prepare and reconcile Common Area Maintenance (CAM) billings and annual reconciliations
• Process security deposit accounting in compliance with applicable regulations
• Assist auditors with fiscal year-end reviews, audits, and tax preparation
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and record depreciation
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and Foxfire accounting policies
• Assist with preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
• Prepare reporting required for lenders, investors, and regulatory agencies
• Support system improvements and accounting process efficiencies
• Promote and support Foxfire’s company policies, procedures, and values
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial and tenant-related information
• Ability to work well with a diverse group of people.

• Provide backup support for accounts payable, billing, and cash posting functions, as well as attend occasional Board Meetings.
• Assist with annual budget process, including forecasting.
• Prepare annual budget vs. actual reporting for managed properties.
• Participate in ongoing professional education and training.
• Actively seek additional responsibilities when workload permits.
• Other duties as assigned

• Customer Service: Displays a professional sense of urgency when communicating and interacting with customers, coworkers, and the public in a way that exceeds the customer’s wants and needs. Identifies opportunities to improve and deliver additional value to customers’ experience by presenting creative solutions and innovative ideas.
• Communication: Actively listens to customers, coworkers, and the public (viewing the situation from the customer’s perspective) and works together to solve the problem through effective communication.
• Problem Solving: Ability to recognize and define problems; analyze relevant information; encourage alternative solutions and plans to resolve situations; seek additional assistance when needed.
• Quality: Work “product or service” is free of errors and exceeds customer expectations.

• Education
  or Experience - Bachelor’s degree in accounting from a four-year college or university and at least 3-5 years related experience and/or training. Strong knowledge of GAAP financial reporting.
• Language Skills- Must have developed language skills to the point of being able to: read, analyze, and interpret technical and financial documents and reports. Ability to respond to inquiries or issues from customers, personnel, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Able to effectively present information to management, small groups, and/or Board of…