Accountant

Downstreet’s Real Estate Development; Barre (VT); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Downstreet is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our finance team in Barre, Vermont. You will manage day-to-day accounting functions, including tenant payments and vendor invoices, while ensuring accuracy and timely processing under the supervision of the Financial Controller and a small team.

The role emphasizes numbers, systems, and processes to support affordable housing in Central Vermont. Proficiency with Sage Intacct, Bill.com, and related property management software is highly valued; a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required or equivalent experience.
• At least two years of accounting experience; nonprofit or property management accounting is a plus.
• Proficiency with accounting software and property management systems (Sage Intacct, Bill.com, Yardi, Fortress valued).
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts receivable, including tenant payments and security deposits.
• Process invoices and payables through Bill.com with accurate coding and policy compliance.
• Perform monthly reconciliations and prepare journal entries for cash, A/R, A/P, fixed assets and accruals.
• Maintain records in Sage Intacct, integrated with Yardi and Fortress PMS.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and assist with audits.
• Contribute to process improvements in accounting operations.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Sage Intacct

Bill.com

Yardi

Fortress

Job description

Thank you for your interest in working with us!

We are currently looking for a full-time Staff Accountant to join our team!

As a member of our finance team, you’ll manage essential day-to-day accounting functions and help keep our financial systems running smoothly. Working closely with the Financial Controller and three other accountants, you’ll ensure that transactions—from tenant payments to vendor invoices—are accurate, timely, and handled with integrity.

This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with numbers, systems, and processes and wants to use their accounting skills to support affordable housing in Central Vermont.

Key Responsibilities

Manage accounts receivable, including tenant payments and security deposits.
Process invoices and payables through Bill.com, ensuring accurate coding and compliance with policies.

Perform monthly account reconciliations and prepare journal entries for cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and accruals.

Maintain accurate records in Sage Intacct, integrated with Yardi and Fortress property management systems.

Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and support annual audits.

Support special projects and help identify ways to streamline and improve accounting operations.

Experience and Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.

At least two years of accounting experience; experience in nonprofit or property management accounting is a plus.

Proficiency with accounting and property management software; experience with Sage Intacct, Bill.com, Yardi, or Fortress is highly valued.

Strong Excel skills, close attention to detail, and a commitment to accuracy.

Organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $55,000 - $60,000, dependent on experience.

Downstreet also provides a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• 403(b) with company match up to 4.5%
• Dental insurance benefits
• Life insurance and short-term disability benefits
• Generous paid leave allowances (vacation, sick, and personal time)
• Hybrid remote/office work schedule available after introductory period

Downstreet is strongest when we have a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We know that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or Veteran status are encouraged to apply.

Downstreet is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.