Corporate Staff Accountant

Corporate Staff Accountant

Philadelphia PA Corporate - Philadelphia, PA 19103

Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree

We're currently seeking a Corporate Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Office located in Philadelphia, PA. Multi-family Real Estate experience is preferred. This role will have a hybrid work schedule.

Independence Realty Trust, Inc (NYSE: IR T) is a real estate investment trust that owns and operates multi-family apartments. We currently manage over 36,000 apartment homes, 120+ communities, in over 30 markets and 14 of the country's most desirable states. IRT has a strong commitment to hiring the most talented industry professionals, which has resulted in record growth, making the Company one of the most respected and trusted within our industry.

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Responsibilities:

• Prepare and record journal entries
• Prepare and analyze account reconciliations
• Investigate and provide P&L variance explanations against budget and prior periods
• Quarterly duties include gathering and preparing data for SEC filings, including but not limited to 10-Q and 10-K
• Assist with quarterly review and annual audit requests
• Research and provide detailed explanations to auditor questions
• Assist in approving payable invoices to ensure proper coding
• Ad hoc and other special projects as assigned by management

Knowledge & Skills:

• Experience with Entrata accounting software preferred
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to coordinate and perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Self-starter able to work within a fast-paced, dynamic, team-oriented environment
• Experience with Microsoft Excel

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 2-3 years of public accounting experience
• CPA preferred, not required
• Knowledge of multifamily real estate accounting

We offer:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Bonus Opportunities
• Stock Awards
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• BCBS PPO Health Insurance
• 401k with 4% match

Independence Realty Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected classes