Real Estate Staff Accountant

Capitol Broadcasting Company is seeking a team-oriented, self-starter to join our Real Estate division as a full-time Staff Accountant. We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and organized individual with strong interpersonal skills and passion for accuracy. In this role, you will be responsible for a wide range of accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general accounting, and various month-end closing tasks.

The ideal candidate will be dependable and proactive contributor who ensures financial data is accurate and processes are efficient. A successful Staff Accountant in this role will serve as a reliable cornerstone of the Real Estate division’s financial operations.

• Accounts Receivable Management
  • Process and accurately post daily tenant payments (checks, wires/ACH).
  • Monitor accounts receivable aging and promptly notify supervisors or property management of any issues, discrepancies or delinquencies.
  • Communicate directly with tenants, prepare and send invoices, address payment discrepancies, and resolve billing related inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Prepare percentage rent calculations and tenant utility billbacks.
• Accounts Payable Processing
  • Set up new vendors and maintain the vendor master file.
  • Process a high volume of vendor invoices, including data entry, GL coding, and preparing invoices for approval and payment, ensuring timely and accurate disbursements.
  • Retrieve utility invoices from various customer portals.
  • Issue annual 1099s.
• General Accounting & Month-End Close Support
  • Perform and/or assist with bank account reconciliations.
  • Complete monthly employee expense reimbursement reconciliations.
  • Actively assist with other month-end closing duties such as booking recurring journal entries and monthly account reconciliations.
  • Perform and/or assist with monthly property accounting as assigned.
  • Support audit requests as necessary.
• Process Improvement & Special Projects
  • Adopt a continuous improvement mindset, identifying and implementing opportunities to streamline or enhance accounting processes.
  • Collaborate with the Supervisors and peers on special projects as needed.
  • Contribute to other ad-hoc financial tasks and projects as needed to support the team and organizational objectives.

• Associates Degree in Accounting or related field with a m inimum of 2-3 years of progressive accounting experience. Accounting Certifications will be considered in lieu of an Associates Degree.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with tenants, vendors, and cross-functional internal teams.
• Proactive, positive, and results-oriented mindset.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and effectively with employees at all levels, management, and external stakeholders.

• Prior experience with Yardi or similar real estate accounting software is strongly preferred.
• Experience with accounting for multiple entities/divisions/locations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business from a four-year college or university.

• Able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds boxes.

• This is a full-time, on-site position, requiring 5 days in the office at our Durham, NC location.
• Flexibility in work arrangements may be granted at the supervisor's discretion, based on business needs and individual performance.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Benefits package including:
  • Comprehensive health insurance plan options
  • Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Company sponsored life insurance
  • Numerous voluntary benefit options – legal plans, pet insurance, discounted home and auto and more!
  • 401K with company match
  • Generous paid time off
  • 9 paid company holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment with a supportive team culture.
• Exciting projects and growth opportunities within a leading organization.
• Opportunities to attend free local events, such as sporting events, concerts, shows, and more.

• A pre-employment drug screening is required.
• Capitol Broadcasting Company participates in E-Verify.
• Capitol Broadcasting Company participates in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program. However, completing the WOTC questionnaire is completely voluntary. Your decision will have absolutely no impact on your hiring chances, and your application WILL be accepted regardless of whether you choose to provide this information or not.

Capitol Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or…