Staff Accountant I

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay•Virginia Beach, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant I is responsible for providing support to the Accounting Department by performing a variety of specialized accounting duties. Duties include processing, recording, updating, analyzing, and reporting financial data/information in compliance with established policies and procedures. Assists residents with account questions and concerns. Always model our core values of respect, passion, and professionalism, and hold others accountable for doing the same.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of one year of progressively responsible accounting experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace, with strong working knowledge of spreadsheet and document management applications.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to manipulate and analyze data, develop complex spreadsheets, and prepare clear, accurate, and useful management reports.
Demonstrated strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external contacts.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, adapt to changing demands, and meet established deadlines within time-sensitive environments.
Ability to respond professionally and effectively to inquiries from residents, employees, vendors, and other internal and external contacts.
Ability to provide guidance, training, and support to coworkers as needed.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

CPA certification or active CPA candidacy.

Responsibilities

Maintains and balances assigned general ledger accounts by performing monthly account reconciliations in a timely manner.
Prepares general ledger entries to ensure accurate reporting of financial information.
Analyzes data and other information by developing complex spreadsheets.
Audits spreadsheets to ensure information is accurately presented and consistent.
Compiles a wide variety of accounting work assignments (account reconciliations, capital expenditure reporting, expense variances, etc.).
Maintains financial files and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation, compliance with established policies and procedures, and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Assists in the preparation of the annual budget, monthly financials, annual audit, annual cost reports, statistical reporting, and other special projects as directed.
Assists in the external audit by providing supporting documentation, schedules and/or information on internal processes as required for the audit.
Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
Communicates concerns or potential compliance issues to supervisor in a timely manner.
Completes all compliance and mandatory in-services and training.
All other duties as assigned.