Staff Accountant

Ares Operations•Denver, CO

4d•$65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry. Job Description The Staff Accountant will be an integral part of our Property Accounting Team. This team is responsible for the day-to-day property accounting functions. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, comfortable with a team-oriented, high volume environment, able to multi-task, and able to think critically to ensure that key processes are effectively, accurately, and efficiently completed to support our business and team.

Requirements

Knowledge of accounting to record accounting entries, analyze and interpret information, and make deductions from varying facts and circumstances required.
1-3 years of relevant experience in a high-volume environment preferred.
A motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical and communication skills is required.
The ability to multi-task in a highly dynamic environment and meet challenging deadlines is critical.
Requires the ability to self-manage, independently exercise professional and technical judgment, problem solve and take initiative.
An aptitude for Microsoft Office applications, including strong Excel skills required.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance demonstrating a strong academic record during undergraduate studies required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Yardi and/or AvidXchange preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare direct bills, late fees, and one-time charges for tenants
Maintain an accurate aging report, including application of tenant credits
Review cash receipts prepared by Accounts Receivable Specialist daily
Work closely with Accounts Receivable Specialist to ensure accuracy and completeness
Correspond with Third-Party Property Managers regarding property operations
Review accounts payable for accuracy
Prepare month end journal entries
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and other duties as assigned
Prepare monthly financial statements and reporting packages
Prepare monthly CAM reconciliations
Review and prepare yearly CAM reconciliations
Assist with yearly budget preparation