Staff Accountant for Property Management

Housing Trust Group•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant will report to the Controller for Property Management and collaborate with property management staff to ensure all accounting needs are met across our portfolio. The Staff Accountant is a primary contributor to the accounting operations of our properties, responsible for analyzing financial information, preparing financial reports, and maintaining accurate records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, and other financial activities within each assigned property. Our Staff Accountant for Property Management is a salaried position that may require investment of time and effort beyond a traditional work week. We are looking for a candidate with a positive attitude toward change and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You should be able to identify needs and propose solutions to successfully complete projects on time through effective collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration required, or equivalent business experience.
3-5+ years’ experience in Accounting or Finance, preferably within real estate or property management.
Proficiency in accounting software programs, including Yardi Voyager.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; proficiency in Word and PowerPoint preferred.
Strong knowledge of general accounting principles for real estate property management.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines on a monthly and quarterly basis.
Credit and background checks are required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
Experience with Yardi modules such as Job Cost, Forecast IQ, and Rent Café is a plus.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) segment of the industry.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designations.

Responsibilities

Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports for financial regulatory reporting.
Reconcile tenant and housing authority revenues against property rent rolls.
Prepare monthly management reporting packages.
Prepare and review financial statements and exception reports.
Prepare calculations and GL adjustments for accounts for rental income properties.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts, analyze income and expenses on a monthly basis.
Prepare year-end audit schedules for auditors.
Perform reconciliations and other control functions required by the company.
Prepare, review and upload transaction charges, and invoices into the accounting system.
Participate in the innovation and implementation of the departmental process improvement projects.
Maintain professional working relationships with property managers, auditors, tenants, vendors, investors, and lenders.
Provide timely and appropriate responses to requests for information and/or reports for outside parties for compliance, and investors.
Provide supporting documentation and explain financial statement results.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.
Prepare year end special reports such as SR-1.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements, including LIHTC, HUD, SAIL, and FHFC regulations.
Assist with variance analysis and budget-to-actual reporting for assigned properties.
Monitor cash position and coordinate with property managers to ensure adequate funding availability.
Support the preparation of distribution calculations as needed.
Record trustee statement activity and prepare annual debt service schedules.
Other duties as assigned.