Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Location: Corporate Office Dallas, TX

Reports To: Controller

Industry: Multifamily Property Management

Job Type: Full-Time | In-office/Not Eligible for Remote

About SunRidge Management Group

SunRidge Management Group is a trusted name in multifamily property management with over 35 years of success managing apartment communities across the country. From affordable housing to luxury lease-ups, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, operational excellence, and a people-first culture. Our Dallas-based corporate team supports communities nationwide with hands-on, detail-driven expertise in training, operations, and resident satisfaction. SunRidge is an equal-opportunity employer that promotes a drug-free workplace. We believe our people are our greatest strength, which is why we foster a collaborative, ethical, and resident-focused culture where every team member has the tools and training to succeed.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant performs daily financial tasks, ensuring accuracy by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, managing AP/AR, and assisting with month-end and year-end financial reporting (balance sheets, income statements) for closes, budgeting, and audits, and reporting to the Controller. The ideal candidate is meticulous and detail-oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data accurately, and excellent communication skills for clear reporting. Key traits also include high professional integrity, organization, time management, and adaptability to new technologies, alongside fundamental technical accounting knowledge and a proactive, team-oriented attitude.

Key Responsibilities

Financial:

• Ability to deliver quality work on tight deadlines, with strong organization and priority-setting skills
• Demonstrate ability to understand financial goals and operate assets in the owners' best interest
• Work in compliance with the company's financial policies and procedures
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for owners, investors, and lenders
• Determine & prepare monthly expense accruals
• Evaluate the weekly cash analysis to determine the payment of bills
• Monitor bank account activity
• Prepare bank reconciliations properly & on time
• Ensure that debt payments and utilities are made on a timely basis
• Prepare and follow through on reserve draw requests and receipts
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management
• Assist owners' CPAs in establishing balance sheet account balances for newly acquired properties
• Assemble information for external auditors for selected properties
• Work with owners' CPAs to provide any necessary documentation
• Prepare lender-required paperwork for periodic audits

General:

• Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect pertinent data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and initiate an appropriate course of action. Must effectively convey ideas, images, and goals to a diverse group of personalities.
• Must work well with Operations
• Represent the company in a professional manner and be able to communicate with clients in a professional manner
• Performs any additional duties or tasks as assigned by senior management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• At least 5 years of accounting experience with a minimum of 2 years of Real Estate Accounting Experience; Multifamily preferred
• Skilled in the use of computers and software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and accounting systems.
• Experience with RealPage OneSite preferred.
• Adaptable: ability to change direction and focus without a lot of notice.
• Communication: balancing listening and talking, speaking and writing clearly and accurately, influencing others, and keeping others informed.
• Service Focus: must possess a positive attitude
• Detail-Oriented: ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Results focus: ability to overcome obstacles to get things done and to prioritize.
• In Office Attendance Required

Work Environment

This is a full-time, corporate office position based in Dallas, TX. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this position. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is frequently under high-pressure to deliver accurate and timely financial reports from property owners and corporate management. Employees will be required to work additional hours at times to complete reporting assignments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, review documents, and work extensively at a computer for extended periods.

Why Join Us?

SunRidge offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive culture.
• Access to benefits, including low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance, life, and disability coverage.
• Voluntary wellness plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to Financial Planning Resources and Employer-Matched 401(k) Plan
• PTO & Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Birthday Leave, Work Anniversary Leave

Join the SunRidge Team

If you're a detail-oriented, professional accountant possessing strong analytical and problem-solving skills, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join a company where people truly are our greatest strength.