Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia. In this role, you will oversee accounting functions for a portfolio of properties, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. You will also provide leadership to property-level accounting staff and collaborate with various teams to support company-wide accounting initiatives.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the general ledger for an assigned portfolio of properties, ensuring timely and accurate monthly closings.
• Review and oversee team members’ work on property-specific tasks, including roll forwards, rent schedules, accruals, and other closing activities.
• Prepare and maintain detailed supporting documentation, account analyses, and monthly closing checklists for assigned properties.
• Conduct variance analyses, prepare monthly accruals, and assist with annual budgets and operating expense reimbursements.
• Collaborate with asset managers, property managers, external auditors, and tax preparers to ensure seamless financial operations.
• Support compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and contribute to the company’s overall compliance program.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to property-level accounting staff to enhance team performance.
• Participate in reviewing property-level workpapers and contribute to portfolio-wide accounting projects.
• Perform other related accounting duties as assigned to support the team and organizational goals.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of four years of accounting experience, ideally in public accounting, real estate, or a combination of both.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP standards, particularly those related to real estate, including lease and property accounting.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, such as Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with general ledger software such as Yardi is highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and sound judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, combined with a collaborative and team-oriented mindset.

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