RS Staff Accountant II

State: VA

City:
Virginia Beach

Zip Code: 23452

Overview

Avalon Bay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we've established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds Avalon Bay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make Avalon Bay a great place to work.

The Role

Avalon Bay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we've established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds Avalon Bay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make Avalon Bay a great place to work.

Based in our Virigina Beach, VA or San Antonio, TX office, the Staff Accountant IIis responsible for analyzing and maintaining financial statement account groupings supporting specific Avalon Bay business functions. The Staff Accountant II also reconciles accounts and maintains supporting schedules.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Additionally, the requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and or ability required.

Essential Duties:

* Bachelor's degree in accounting required.

* Minimum 1-2 Years General Ledger experience.

* Analyzes monthly account detail and research significant variances.

* Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).

* Strong ability to work under pressure and independently.

* Demonstrates the ability to develop strong analytical skills.

* Possess a strong customer service focus.

* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products, especially Excel.

* Knowledge of creating pivot tables, using lookup or sumif formulas is a plus.

* Superior time management and organizational skills.

* Possesses a strong sense of teamwork and work ethic.

* Willing to work on a flexible schedule (some overtime required).

Duties & Tasks

* Analyze monthly account detail, research and explain significant variances for designated categories

* Analysis and reconciliation of specific general ledger accounts

* Perform month end revenue analysis

* Perform contract revenue analysis

* Perform mid-month utility analysis and process utility exceptions daily

* Complete routine and non-routine Journal Entries and document support

* Produce special financial reports and schedules requested by third parties

* Add/edit assets as appropriate in the fixed asset module

* Work with construction department to complete capex close

* Monitor and submit wires or ach payments according to contract terms

* Continuously monitor the Residential Services e-mail box and respond to site requests in a timely manner

* Investigate and resolve outstanding items

* Assist in keeping documentation of processes current

* Participate in special projects to improve efficiencies

How Avalon Bay Supports You

We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we're committed to showing our appreciation.

We offer:

Comprehensive benefits - health, dental and vision,…