Accounting Associate II

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical professional to join our pioneering finance team as a General Ledger Accountant for a newly launched service. This role offers significant responsibilities and ample opportunities for professional growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in property management accounting principles and practical experience in financial reporting, month-end closings, and budgeting and forecasting.

What you’ll do: As General Ledger Accountant, you will be responsible for the financial reporting, budgeting, and accounting processes for a portfolio of multifamily and/or commercial properties. This involves maintaining accurate financial records, performing month-end closings, and supporting budgetary and forecasting initiatives.

Why join us: Join our pioneering team and seize the unique opportunity to help establish and grow a new service. You’ll collaborate closely with our global finance team to optimize financial operations and ensure regulatory compliance. Your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our organization’s financial services.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial statements such as monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for assigned properties.
• Perform month-end closings through journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations for subledgers, bank accounts, and tenant accounts.
• Reconcile subledgers to the general ledger, including accounts receivables and accounts payables
• Manage accounts payable and receivable by reviewing invoices, ensuring compliance, and coordinating collections for overdue accounts.
• Analyze property-level financial data to support budgeting and forecasting and monitor budget-to-actual performance.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls, prepare audit schedules, and provide support during audits.
• Collaborate with Property and Regional Managers to deliver financial insights and respond to inquiries related to reports and ad-hoc projects.
• Assist with the preparation of CAM (Common Area Maintenance) reconciliations and tenant billings.

Work Schedule And Set-up

• Set-up: Hybrid work arrangement; candidates must be available to report onsite 2-3x per week or as needed.
• Schedule: Early morning shift hours from 5 AM to 2 PM DST or 6 AM to 3 PM no DST (PH Time), subject to change based on business needs.
• Overtime: Potential work extensions during month-end reporting and other critical periods.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidate Profile:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.

Experience

• • At least 2 to 3 years of professional accounting experience, with a focus on general ledger, financial reporting, month-end closings, and budgeting/forecasting.
  • Bank reconciliation, accrual entry, prepayment and amortization, depreciation, balance sheet recon, P&L analysis
  • Real estate or property accounting experience is a significant advantage, but not required.
  • CAM (Common Area Maintenance) reconciliations is a significant advantage, but not required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of basic and GAAP accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Entrata is a plus).
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to a continuous stream of tasks.