Senior Property Accountant

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Responsibilities
Prepare timely and accurate monthly/quarterly property financial statements for a portfolio of properties by the deadlines established by the client.
Prepare and distribute monthly/quarterly financial reports - prepare monthly/quarterly journal entries, financial statement preparation and bank reconciliations within stated controls and client reporting requirements.
Gain a complete understanding of the internal accounting requirements as well as work to ensure requirements are met as established by the client.
Function as a resource to site property teams as required coordinating procedures, responding to
accounting questions and responding to client questions.
Oversee internal and external audits and coordinate with various departments on requirements.
Oversee bank reconciliations, cash management for loan servicing, disbursement processing and
external reporting.
Coordinate Accounts Payable process - review invoice coding and approvals and ensure compliance with all appropriate controls that are in place.
Assist with annual budget preparation - compile key assumptions and capital budget information, review for reasonableness and ensure timely and accurate entry into the accounting system.
Annual year-end reconciliation process - Assist in the preparation, calculation and review of the year-end reconciliation process.  Ensure all adjustments are billed timely and correctly per lease requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required; CPA desirable.
Minimum of 3-5 years of Real Estate Accounting experience is required, must have knowledge of CAM and FASB 13 specifically.
Adaptability - maintains effectiveness in varying environments, tasks and responsibilities, or with
various types of people.
Planning and Organizing - Ability to establish a course of action to accomplish goals and evaluate results.
Ability to multitask, work successfully under pressure and effectively prioritize and manage time and
workload to meet client needs.
Client  Focus - dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the external and
internal client, establishes and maintains effective relationships with clients, and gains their trust and respect.
Dealing with Ambiguity - can effectively cope with change, can shift gears comfortably, can decide
and act without having the total picture, can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
Drive for Results - can be counted on to exceed goals successfully, bottom line oriented, pushes self
and others for results.
Microsoft office product knowledge specifically Excel is required, Access knowledge desirable.

Experience with some combination of Real Estate specific software specifically MRI, Yardi
Estimated compensation for this position:
82,650. USD per year This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site
-Westmont, IL If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements.  We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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