Staff Accountant

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Full Time Edwardsville, IL, US

23 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $20.00 To $28.85 Hourly

At RBM Partners, we believe great communities are built by great teams. We work together, do the right thing, and take pride in delivering work that residents, partners, and teammates can rely on. Every day, we look for ways to improve, support each other, and create places people are proud to call home.

We are a close-knit team where collaboration matters, and you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced mentor who is invested in your development and success.

RBM Partners is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the financial performance of our real estate portfolio. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys consistency, accuracy, and wants to grow their technical accounting knowledge in a supportive, team-focused environment.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting while gaining hands‑on experience across multiple properties and accounting functions.

• Manage monthly close processes including journal entries, accruals/deferrals, and financial statement preparation (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Complete bank reconciliations and monitor property cash flow, identifying and resolving variances
• Support AP/AR processes, ensuring accurate coding, invoice processing, and tenant ledger integrity
• Assist with budgeting, variance analysis, and CAM/tax/insurance reconciliations
• Maintain compliance with internal controls and accounting policies; support audits and tax preparation
• Provide timely and accurate financial information to property teams and leadership
• Utilize App Folio systems efficiently and identify opportunities to improve processes

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience
• 1-2+ years of accounting experience (property or multi-entity experience preferred)
• Knowledge of GAAP basics and strong Excel skills
• Experience with App Folio or similar systems is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clear, professional communication skills
• Ability to manage deadlines in a structured, recurring cycle environment

• Small, collaborative team where your contributions are visible and valued
• Work directly with an experienced mentor who will help you develop your skills
• Opportunity for significant knowledge growth across property accounting and financial operations
• Stable, structured role with consistent responsibilities and clear expectations
• Supportive environment focused on doing quality work the right way
• Occasional overtime during month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close cycles
• Primarily desk‑based work with extended computer use
• Must be eligible to work and pass background screening as applicable