Senior Property Accountant I (Independence Regional Office)

Senior Property Accountant I (Independence Regional Office)

WinnCompanies is looking for a motivated Senior Property Accountant I to join our regional corporate office located in Independence, OH.

In this role, you will provide a high level of service to both external and internal customers as the primary accounting liaison for an assigned portfolio. The ideal candidate will also maintain and interpret accurate financial records and overseeing critical month-end and year-end tasks. This role offers a hybrid schedule, with in-office work on Mondays through Wednesdays and remote days on Thursdays and Fridays.

Responsibilities

Perform the completion of bank and escrow reconciliations.

Ensure timely payment of mortgages, management fees, escrow funding, real estate taxes and insurance renewals.

Perform analysis of escrow surplus / deficit.

Monitor security deposit balances to ensure adequate funding.

Analyze and record month-end accruals.

Reconcile prepaid expense balances and prepare related schedules.

Maintain key information and facts for each property.

Review and analyze monthly financial statements for accuracy and completeness in accordance with US GAAP and related regulatory requirements.

Prepare the accounting portion of the operating budget in accordance with company's budget guidance.

Coordinate audit related tasks, prepare detailed workpaper packages and respond to auditor requests for information to meet all investor / agency reporting deadlines

Monitor cash balances, reserve adequate funds based on analysis performed and communicate cash available to pay vendors to operations team.

Coordinate the cash analysis process for clients and any other bulk process including annual and bi-annual distribution payments.

Function as a coverage for Accounting Supervisors including participate in external financial calls with clients.

Research & resolve financial issues for less experienced accountants.

Maintain alternate chart of accounts and special schedules as needed.

Assist Accounting Supervisor with property transition.

Prepare journal entries relating to property acquisition, disposition, refinancing, re-syndication, etc.

Onboard, train and assist less experienced and / or new hired accountants on company policy and procedure.

Maintain and update accounting job aids, policy and procedure for primary functions as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Business.

3-5 years of relevant work experience.

Experience with web-based applications and computer systems such as Microsoft Office Suite.

Prior experience working in public accounting or Real Estate industry.

Prior experience with property management systems such as RealPage.

Strong base knowledge of accounting principles (ex. GAAP, financial statements, journal entries, audits, etc.)

Superb attention to detail.

Excellent time management and prioritization skills.

Experience reviewing general ledgers and identify budget variances.

Ability to focus, achieve deadlines and work with a dynamic team of professionals.

Excellent customer service skills, positive attitude and a strong work ethic.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience working in public accounting or property management accounting.

Past experience with property management systems such as RealPage.