Job Number: 2177052

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Santa Cruz

Compensation: $70-75k

Job Summary:

Do you want to be part of a team that is committed to providing excellent service and maximizing returns for its investors? A privately held real estate corporation in Santa Cruz, CA is seeking a Staff/Property Accountant to join their growing team. As a Staff/Property Accountant, you will be responsible for overseeing the accounting operations for a portfolio of multifamily real estate properties. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial records, providing financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This is a unique opportunity to work with a company that has a proven track record of success and to learn from experienced professionals in the field.

Job Title Responsibilities:

· Prepare property bank statement reconciliations and record any related journal entries.

· Research any outstanding bank reconciliation items that have not cleared.

· Work with Property Managers and SCCB to handle problem deposits and bank adjustments, etc.

· Review property general ledgers and prepare journal entries such as reclassing expenses, accruals, prepaids, allocations, etc.

· Ensure capitalization policy is being followed while reviewing capital projects and expenditures.

· Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations for various GL accounts with supporting documentation.

· Review utilities closely and research as needed.

· Prepare and record monthly mortgage journal entries and RealPage software allocations.

· Record escrow disbursements and other loan activity.

· Be able to identify duplicate payments and resolve.

· Review tenant ledgers to support property managers or accounts payable.

· Prepare monthly financials for assigned properties and provide comments on variances and/or other unusual and large items for upper management's review.

· Assist with preparing yearly audit and supporting documentation.

· Assist with other projects as needed.

Requirements:

· Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

· Two or three or more years of accounting experience, 2+ years of experience directly related to G/L Accounting

· Experience working with generally accepted accounting principles and accounting software

· Must have ERP system experience.

· Strong personal computer and business solutions software skills

· Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with accountants, clients, and upper management

· Good communication skills for communicating with support personnel and management

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Good planning and organizational skills to balance and prioritize work

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