Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support property-related accounting operations in Lexington, Kentucky. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing recurring reports, and helping ensure deadlines are met across a portfolio of properties. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in general ledger activity, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

- Perform monthly bank account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies to maintain accurate cash records.

- Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts each month to support complete and reliable financial reporting.

- Prepare monthly financial statements for an assigned group of properties, ensuring accuracy and consistency.

- Compile and distribute recurring monthly and quarterly financial reports in alignment with established reporting timelines.

- Create documentation and requests for the release and application of reserve funds as needed.

- Monitor and process scheduled mortgage, escrow, and reserve-related payments for properties on time each month.

- Assist in developing annual operating budgets for a designated property portfolio.

- Assemble year-end audit schedules, supporting work papers, and related financial documentation for external review.

- Provide additional accounting support and complete special assignments as directed by accounting leadership. Requirements - At least 1 year of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.

- Working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliation processes.

- Experience preparing monthly financial statements and periodic financial reports.

- Ability to reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts with strong attention to detail.

- Familiarity with budgeting, escrow-related transactions, and reserve fund activity.

- Understanding of audit support documentation and year-end reporting requirements.

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

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