[Remote] Staff Accountant II

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Tactex Recruiting Advisors is recruiting on behalf of an unnamed commercial real estate investment firm for a Staff Accountant II. The role supports property and portfolio accounting, REIT financial reporting, and close processes, while maintaining accurate financial records and resolving discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup and onboarding of newly acquired portfolios and properties in Yardi
• Support the administration and integration of portfolios acquired by the REIT
• Post recurring monthly journal entries, including rent, property management fees, loan payments, straight-line rent, depreciation and amortization, interest expense, and interest income
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and investigate or resolve reconciling items
• Maintain monthly GAAP-to-tax files for assigned portfolios
• Administer the purchase price allocation process under ASC 805 for real estate acquisitions completed by the REIT
• Maintain accurate property-level balance sheets and income statements for assigned portfolios
• Prepare quarterly portfolio-level financial reporting packages
• Complete quarterly REIT-level accounting tasks in support of the close process
• Identify expenses that exceed established thresholds and evaluate them for potential capitalization
• Maintain property-level fixed asset records and depreciation schedules using the Yardi fixed asset module
• Review lease amendments and update straight-line rent calculations as needed
• Record property tax escrow payments and request applicable tenant reimbursements
• Prepare monthly cash analysis files and initiate bank transfers as needed
• Record tenant rent collections accurately and timely and identify or escalate potential collection issues
• Review and approve property-level invoices for the REIT in accordance with established accounting and approval procedures
• Assist with audit support requests by preparing documentation, schedules, and other requested materials
• Support ad hoc property accounting projects and departmental initiatives as needed

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 2-3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience, including commercial property accounting
• Demonstrated ability to prepare, review, and enter financial information with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to investigate discrepancies, evaluate supporting information, and identify appropriate resolutions
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential financial information with sound judgment and discretion
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate financial information clearly and collaborate effectively across teams
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through on assigned responsibilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Experience with Yardi or similar real estate accounting software
• Experience supporting REIT-owned retail or healthcare properties and a public-reporting environment

Benefits

• 100% Remote.
• Encouragement of growth in the company for those that exceed expectations.

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