Project overview
Accountant job summary: Property management company seeking an organized and driven Staff Accountant to join our growing team at group of companies. The Staff Accountant will support the CEO in carrying out the responsibilities of the Finance / Accounting Department. The accountant will work closely with our bookkeeper and Director of operations. We’re an energetic company and are looking for a passionate individual to join our organization and revitalize our record keeping and bring more organization to our day-to-day financials. The essential job duties shall include, but not be limited to the following: 1. Full cycle Accounts Receivable, including preparation of monthly invoices and maintaining both customer and vendor records 2. Accounts Payable including: purchase orders and vendor records maintenance 3. Multiple Bank reconciliations for depository accounts 4. Reconcile all balance sheet accounts; reviewing for input accuracy and prepare monthly reports and journal entries, as needed 5. General ledger maintenance 6. Prepare weekly payroll 7. Administration of quarterly business and payroll taxes 8. Prepare monthly financial statements 9. Maintain required business documents 10. Prepare annual 1099’s 11. Assistance with the annual budget and audit process 12. Maintain financial document retention files 13. New client/vendor setup and maintenance 14. Client/ vendor statement reconciliation and discrepancies 15. Deposit and cash reports 16. Perform accounting requirements related to budget tracking of individual projects 17. Perform other related duties as may be requested by the Executive/Management team SKILLS AND ABILITY: - Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a bachelor’s degree in business with emphasis in accounting, is required (Degree(s) must be from a credible college or university) - Must be a perfectionist by nature, with no tolerance for financial sloppiness. - Proficient in QuickBooks (3 years minimum experience) - Experience with Buildium is a plus - Must be highly skilled in use of Excel Spreadsheets - Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles - 3-5 years Full Charge Bookkeeping experience - Must be skilled in use of Microsoft Office and must be a very good writer in order to handle the occasional administrative needs of the department. - Able to utilize new technology (e.g. cloud computing) as needed to increase efficiency and collaborate with others in a highly technical office environment. - Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment - Highly organized and detail oriented - Able to complete tasks accurately and timely with minimal supervision - Must have excellent work habits, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to get the job done, especially when important deadlines cause greater than normal departmental pressures. - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Thrives in a collaborative, team player office environment - Ability to interface well with staff and external contacts Proven ability to maintain confidentiality