Staff Accountant

Location: Jericho

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Posted Todayjob requisition :
R399-2026
** Position Overview
** We are seeking a detail‑oriented Staff Accountant with a minimum of two years of accounting experience to join the Corporate Accounting Department. This position reports to an Accounting Supervisor and works closely with Senior and other Staff Accountants in support of general ledger analysis, month‑end and quarter‑end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

This role requires a collaborative, flexible professional who thrives in a team setting and can adapt to changing priorities, including ad hoc reporting and analysis.
** Key Responsibilities
*** Review and post payroll‑related journal entries, and perform payroll bank account reconciliations, ensuring accurate recording of payroll transactions, taxes, and related cash activity
* Prepare and post monthly and quarterly journal entries in accordance with close schedules
* Review general ledger balances to ensure completeness, accuracy, and proper account classification
* Prepare and maintain general ledger account reconciliations, resolving reconciling items timely
* Perform detailed analysis of financial statements, coordinating with external partners and internal departments to obtain explanations
* Support quarter‑end and year‑end review and audit processes, including responding to auditor requests and preparing supporting schedules and analyses
* Collaborate cross‑functionally with internal departments and external parties on a regular basis
* Prepare ad hoc reports and analytical packages as assigned by management
* Assist with day‑to‑day accounting activities, including posting transactions
** Qualifications & Requirements
*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
* Minimum 2+ years of accounting experience
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills
* Experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliations
* Ability to multi‑task and prioritize workload in a fast‑paced corporate environment
* Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
* Team‑oriented mindset with the ability to build strong working relationships across the organization
** Preferred Qualifications
*** Public accounting experience and/or recent real estate accounting experience
* Experience in commercial real estate
* Familiarity with MRI accounting software

The expected salary range for this position is between $70,000 and $80,000.  The actual compensation will be based on factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, market and business considerations and other factors permitted by law.
Kimco Realty is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veteran/Disability   
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