Senior Accountant

NexMetro Communities•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for day-to-day maintenance of accounts payable and receivable, general ledger maintenance, performing bank reconciliations, and preparing monthly financial reports. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Senior Accountant will work closely with a collaborative team that values creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role ensures support for our development pipeline, enhancing resident engagement, or fostering strong investor relations, your work will help bring our vision of modern and flexible living to life one community at a time.

Requirements

3-5 years of full-cycle accounting experience, preferably in the construction or property management industry.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting
Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Skill in reading and interpreting statistical and financial data.
High proficiency with Yardi or other accounting software.
MS Office advanced computer skills. Excel intermediate to advanced level.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Strong problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.
Ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
Knowledge of cash management and budgeting.
Outstanding attention to detail.
Ability to sort through information, assess priorities and resolve problems efficiently and effectively.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with a focus on timely, accurate results.
Ability to accept & minimize the stress of meeting all monthly deadlines.
Ability to multi-task.
Works well with others and thrives in a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

CPA licensure is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare timely and accurate accounting management reports, budgets and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
Prepare journal entries relating to amortization, depreciation, accruals, in accordance with GAAP, as part of the monthly close.
Maintain complex ledgers; reconcile and analyze reports/ledgers.
Accurately collect, process, and post A/R.
Maintain daily treasury activity and reconcile bank accounts monthly.
Identify GAAP to management reporting differences in job costing activities.
Comply with and enforce existing internal controls while monitoring and suggesting improvements as needed.
Update and maintain fixed asset schedules for underlying properties.
At the end of the period, record accurate accruals, deferrals, reclasses and intercompany entries into the company’s accounting ledger; perform account analysis to verify entries and balances are correct.
Stay current with industry best practices; recommend and implement continuous improvement strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiencies.
Assist Controller and Assistant with special projects.
Always represent NexMetro in a professional manner.
Conform to company apparel standards and set a positive example for colleagues.
Perform all duties as directed and assist the overall team effort in any way possible.