Staff Accountant

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our client in Hayward, California. In this role, you will apply your accounting expertise to manage financial reconciliations, prepare reports, and ensure the accuracy of property-related financial data. This is a long-term contract position ideal for someone with strong property management experience and a commitment to maintaining high standards in financial operations.

Hybrid position in Hayward that requires two onsite days per week.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reconciliations for assigned properties.

- Accurately code and track invoices, ensuring they align with contracts and vendors, and compile draw packages for approval.

- Process payments and manage month-end tasks, including accrued interest, property operation expenses, and journal entries for collected rent.

- Conduct bank reconciliations and ensure timely payments for mortgages, taxes, reserves, and other fees.

- Collaborate with developers, general contractors, and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and maintain financial accuracy.

- Collect lien waivers and releases while ensuring proper documentation and filing of permanent project records.

- Utilize software tools like Yardi, Excel (including V Lookups and Sum Ifs), and Notion to streamline accounting processes.

- Prepare year-end adjusting entries and supplemental schedules, assisting auditors with required documentation.

- Generate reports to assess financial progress and needs of assigned properties, providing actionable insights.

- Maintain organized and centralized accounting files, ensuring all property financial information is properly documented.

Requirements - Proven experience in accounting, preferably within property management or real estate.

- Proficiency in accounting software such as Yardi, along with advanced Excel skills (e.g., V Lookups and Sum Ifs).

- Solid understanding of general ledger, accounts payable, and journal entry processes.

- Familiarity with corporate and sales tax, as well as preparing corporate tax returns.

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to accurately review and reconcile financial data.

- Excellent organizational skills to manage high volumes of invoices and financial tasks.

- Effective communication and collaboration abilities when working with developers and internal teams.

- Reliable transportation to travel to properties and training locations as needed.

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