AP/AR Accountant

Elite Placement Group•Darien, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, on-site role in lower Fairfield County, Connecticut, responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and property accounting functions. The ideal candidate has strong accounting fundamentals and is motivated to learn how to analyze leases, operating expenses, and real estate tax recoveries. Commercial real estate accounting and property management software experience are highly desirable.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, including the capacity to handle multiple properties and deadlines.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
A customer-service mindset when dealing with vendors, tenants, and internal teams.
Ability to work on-site in Darien, Connecticut, and collaborate effectively in a team-focused environment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Yardi or another real estate or property management system.
Commercial or residential real estate accounting experience.

Responsibilities

Process vendor invoices and ensure proper coding to properties and general ledger accounts.
Manage invoice approval workflows and complete payment processing.
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
Maintain vendor records, W-9 documentation, and insurance certificates.
Coordinate weekly check runs and ACH payments.
Monitor aging reports and ensure timely payment of obligations.
Review and process bank Positive Pay exceptions.
Process annual 1099s for all entities.
Process annual corporate registration fees online.
Code and process monthly AMEX activity.
Prepare monthly rental billing through Yardi.
Correspond with tenants regarding outstanding balances.
Prepare monthly tenant chargebacks for reimbursement.
Enter cash receipt payments that were not made through the Yardi payment process.
Prepare and file monthly or quarterly sales tax.
Assist with preparation of the Annual Income and Expenses filing.
Prepare monthly management fee calculations in Yardi and post intercompany reimbursements.
Reconcile bank accounts and operating accounts.
Monitor tenant certificates of insurance through Yardi.