Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Related Affordable is hiring a Senior Accountant to support accounting and financial reporting for affordable residential properties and tax credit assets under rehabilitation. The role manages accounting activities, cash flow analysis, budget variance analysis, reporting, and coordination with property teams, leadership, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
Responsibilities
- The Senior Accountant supports a diverse portfolio of affordable residential properties and tax credit assets under rehab, working closely with the Senior Controller. This role is responsible for financial reporting, day-to-day and period-end accounting activities, general ledger analysis, cash management and cash flow analysis, preparation of financial items and annual year-end projections, and analysis of monthly and year-end budget variances
- The Senior Accountant partners with regional property management teams and senior leadership to produce accurate, high-quality monthly and quarterly reports used across the company for reporting, analysis, and planning, and will also interface with independent auditors, internal stakeholders, and regulatory agencies
- Perform daily accounting activities, cash management, and review of accounts receivable and payable for assigned properties
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for various accounts
- Prepare and process job cost requisitions, capital calls, and advance requests
- Collaborate with the Controller and Asset Managers on monthly cash flow forecasting
- Book journal entries and perform general ledger analysis, as needed
- Perform monthly, quarterly and year-end closings and prepare supporting work papers for balance sheet and income statement accounts
- Assist with preparation of quarterly and year-end tax, cash, and GAAP reporting
- Create reporting templates and develop analysis using applications such as Excel or JD Edwards accounting software
- Assist with special projects, as needed
Skills
- Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related discipline
- 2+ years of real estate accounting experience, preferably at the residential property level
- Federal and local housing agency reporting experience
- Excellent analytical skills
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel
- Clear communicator with the ability to interact with senior leaders
- Superior organizational skills
- Demonstrates ability to maintain confidentiality and navigate sensitive issues professionally
- Demonstrates accountability and reliability by taking full ownership of projects and outcomes, prioritizing precision and attention to detail, and approaching challenges with grit, resilience, and proactive problem-solving, while continuously engaging in learning and development to enhance performance; fosters collaboration and a resident-centered environment, ensuring empathy, respect, and cross-functional success in all interactions
- CPA Certification, highly preferred
- Knowledge of JD Edwards, RealPage, Yardi, or other property management–related software is a plus
Benefits
- Lots of paid time off (19+ days!)
- Customizable total rewards package – pick from our medical, vision and dental options, along with our life insurance and an Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k), FSA & HSA
- Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Paid leave & disability programs
- Mental health resources, such as counseling, are available to our team members.
- Fertility benefits – such as surrogacy, adoption assistance and more!
- Paid time off to volunteer
- We will match your charitable donations
- Learning & training programs
- Tuition & certification reimbursement
- Internal advancement opportunities
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