Accountant
About The Position
Hamilton Zanze has been a leader in multifamily real estate investments since 2001, focusing on investing with the highest standards to create a more enduring real estate community. The company aims to create generational wealth by being adaptable and forward-thinking, with a portfolio of over 21,000 units across 16 states. They offer tax-efficient investment opportunities, including 1031 exchanges, providing investors with portfolio diversification, liquidity, and reliable income streams. This Accountant position is crucial for assisting the accounting team in maintaining accurate books and managing day-to-day financial operations in accordance with accounting policies and procedures. Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, the role is part of a collaborative team and is key to helping the organization meet its financial and operational goals.
Requirements
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) basis accounting required.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook required.
- Strong problem solver with a willingness to learn and take on challenges.
- Self-starter, proactive, and detail-oriented.
- Strong communication skills to interact with internal and external parties.
- Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to juggle multiple projects with superb accuracy.
- Proven ability to work independently and to meet deadlines timely, accurately, and consistently.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with real estate accounting; familiarity with Yardi is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintain journal entries, bank and general ledger reconciliations for partnership and fund investments and monthly closes.
- Record and reconcile investor capital activity and investment entity activity.
- Research and identify exceptions and problems affecting accounting records, communicate them to management, and provide corrective actions.
- Work with investor relations team to address investor inquiries or requests and ensure investor portal is up to date regarding capital contributions and distributions and assist team in maintaining investment records among accounting and investor portal systems.
- Coordinate with Asset Management and Property Management teams to facilitate property cash deposits, wire transfers, and internal inquiries.
- Perform daily cash reconciliations and ensure all transactions are recorded accurately on all platforms.
- Prepare investment funding requests, wires, and internal transfers, in a timely manner.
- Coordinate new banking account and services setup, handling bank inquiries and related matters.
- Assist in check deposits, verify amounts, and check accuracy of deposit slips.
- Monitor and orchestrate daily cash movement between multiple entities and accounts to ensure operational liquidity and cash flow.
- Maintain organized and thorough accounting documentation.
- Proactively suggest and implement process improvements and execute system implementations to support the company's growth.
- Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements and other regulatory filings.
- Respond to internal inquiries in a timely fashion and prepare ad-hoc reports requested by management/other departments.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Additional perks and wellness benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
