Corporate Accountant - 5491

Guardian Real Estate Services LLC•Portland, OR

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Guardian Real Estate Services LLC has an immediate need for a Full-Time Corporate Accountant to join our experienced and committed team at our Portland Home Office! This position is ideal for someone who desires to be in the real estate field and has had 2 or more years experience in accounting handling financials for multiple entities. Guardian is a stable and growing organization with professional growth opportunity. We are currently recruiting for a Corporate Accountant, to apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare accurate, timely financial statements for Guardian’s corporate entities. The Corporate Accountant ensures that all schedules and reports accurately reflect financial activity and complies with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), company policies, and internal control procedures. This role supports organizational decision‑making by preparing and interpreting financial reports, monitoring compliance, and assisting with audits, tax reporting, and special accounting projects. This position is primarily stationed at the Guardian Home Office in downtown Portland, however, remote work, full or part time, may be considered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
One to two (1–2) years of related accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Experience with general ledger accounting and financial statement preparation
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and lookups
Experience with accounting software; Yardi preferred
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA certification preferred

Responsibilities

Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries and post transactions to general ledger accounts
Analyze financial data related to assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses and prepare balance sheets, income statements, and other financial reports
Review, investigate, and resolve discrepancies, errors, and inconsistencies in financial records and reports
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review
Monitor compliance with GAAP, internal accounting controls, and company policies
Distribute expenditures, receipts, receivables, and other transactions in accordance with established schedules
Assist with preparation of federal, state, and local tax reports and other regulatory filings
Support year-end close activities and assist with audit preparation and auditor requests
Analyze trends, variances, and financial results; prepare narrative explanations as needed
Assist with implementation and maintenance of accounting systems and procedures
Make recommendations for improvements to accounting processes and controls
Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned by management
Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

Medical/Vision/Prescription Insurance
Dental Insurance
Medical/Dependent Care FSA
Life/AD&D Insurance
Employer-matched 401-K
15 days of Vacation Time per year
1 hour of Sick Time for every 30 hours worked
11 Paid Holidays + 1 Birthday Holiday and +1 Flex Holiday
Employee Assistance Program
professional growth opportunity
culture in which individuals work and participate in collaborative team environments and are encouraged to continue to grow both professionally and personally