Assistant Controller

Habitat America • Annapolis, MD

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Habitat America is a leading regional property management company, largely based in the Mid-Atlantic region, with its corporate headquarters in Annapolis, Maryland. Habitat America is committed to providing the highest standard of service in every aspect of property operations to our apartment community owners in market rate, affordable multi-family and senior real estate. Habitat America prides itself for the quality employees hired and retained that have made the company such a success. We are seeking a driven, hardworking, pleasant individual to join our company as our newest Accounting Specialist. POSITION: Habitat America seeks a strong, professional full-time Accountant. Position Title: Accountant HOURS: 40 hours per week – FULLTIME Hybrid work schedule: minimum 3 days in office, 2 days work from home optional COMPANY BENEFITS: Habitat America's full-time employees have access to medical, dental and vision insurance plans, the option to participate in a 401k plan after 1 year of service, life insurance coverage, paid time off, supplemental insurances, access to professional development and ongoing training and more!

Requirements

• 2+ years accounting or bookkeeping experience desired
• Excel proficiency is a must
• STRONG data entry proficiency
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail is a must
• Excellent communication skills required, both verbal and written

Nice To Haves

• Yardi software experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Enter journal entries into the accounting software
• Prepare and record accruals, deferrals, and prepaid entries
• Ensure that reversing entries occur accurately and timely
• Conduct monthly reconciliation of bank accounts
• Perform periodic reconciliations of mortgage accounts to ensure accuracy
• Prepare and issue financial statements for Controller review
• Maintain an orderly accounting filing system
• Oversee day-to-day accounting for an assigned portfolio of properties
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly close for each property within the portfolio
• Review property-level financials for accuracy, completeness, and variances
• Work closely with property managers to resolve accounting issues and ensure proper expense coding and reporting
• Monitor cash activity, operating budgets, and reserve balances across assigned properties
• Assist in preparing financial reporting packages for property owners and stakeholders
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Review general ledger activity and identify discrepancies or unusual variances
• Assist in financial statement analysis and provide variance explanations
• Help improve accounting processes, internal controls, and workflow efficiencies
• Assist with audit preparation, including gathering schedules and supporting documentation
• Provide backup support for key accounting functions (AP/AR, cash management) as needed
• Assist in ensuring compliance with company policies, GAAP standards, and regulatory requirements
• Assist with assembly of information for owners, investors, and regulatory entities
• Assist the Controller with special projects
• Special projects, as necessary

Benefits

• Habitat America's full-time employees have access to medical, dental and vision insurance plans, the option to participate in a 401k plan after 1 year of service, life insurance coverage, paid time off, supplemental insurances, access to professional development and ongoing training and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level