Accounting Specialist

New Found; Missouri; Hybride; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

New + Found in Missouri is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join our growing real estate development, property management, and hospitality organization. This role manages outgoing payments and incoming receivables, maintains accurate financial records, and ensures timely invoice processing.

You will support the accounting team, strengthen vendor and customer relationships, and contribute to cash flow management while upholding internal controls and GAAP standards.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems; Yardi experience strongly preferred.

Responsabilités

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Process vendor invoices, weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage company credit card processes including receipts, coding and reconciliations.
• Prepare and file annual 1099 forms in compliance with IRS requirements.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities and AP accruals.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Independent and collaborative

Formation

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Outils

Yardi

CommercialCafe

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

New + Found (pronounced “New and Found”) is a fast-growing real estate investment and development firm redefining how communities and capital come together. Through our integrated design-through-delivery model, we unlock value in overlooked and undervalued real estate — transforming buildings, neighborhoods, and long-term outcomes.

We specialize in impact-driven urban revitalization and turnkey real estate solutions for corporate partners. Since 2000, our platform has delivered over $800 million in real estate development, combining investment, design, construction, and operations under one coordinated model.

We don’t just build projects — we build momentum for cities. We’re looking for leaders who want to do the most meaningful work of their careers.

This position will adhere to New + Found’s core values:

• Legendary: We strive to be legendary, from the service we provide to our impact on the community.
• Innovation: We're driven by ideas and creativity. We take calculated risks and embrace opportunities.
• Growth: We seek sustainable growth for our clients, our organization, and our employees.
• Heart: We lead with heart. We celebrate, appreciate and care for each other.
• Trust: We rely on trust to pursue excellence. We speak honestly, act transparently and honor our commitments.

We are seeking an Acccounting Specialist to join our growing real estate development, property management, and hospitality organization. This role is responsible for managing the company's outgoing payments and incoming receivables, ensuring accurate financial records, timely processing of invoices, and effective collection of outstanding balances. This role supports the accounting team by maintaining financial accuracy, strengthening vendor and customer relationships, and contributing to efficient cash flow management.

Responsibilities

General

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Prepare account reconciliations and journal entries as needed.
• Assist with audits by providing requested documentation and reports.
• Identify, recommend, and support process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve invoice, billing, and payment issues.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting-related duties as assigned.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of financial information.

Accounts Payable

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage company credit card process including gathering receipts, coding and reconciling statements.
• Maintain vendor records, including certificate of insurance tracking, W-9 forms and payment information.
• Prepare and file annual 1099 forms in compliance with IRS requirements.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payments and account status.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities and AP accruals.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.

Accounts Receivable

• Apply customer payments and reconcile AR accounts.
• Conduct collection activities on past-due accounts while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies and payment issues.
• Prepare aging reports and provide updates on collection status.
• Support cash application and daily deposit activities.
• Monitor customer accounts and track outstanding balances.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Yardi software strongly preferred.
• Experience with CommercialCafe property management platform is a plus.
• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Experience in commercial real estate, property management, or a multi-entity environment is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer service mindset when interacting with vendors, tenants, and clients.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

This job operates in a professional office environment with hybrid schedule capability. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

This position requires no minimum ability to lift, bend or stand.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with standard daytime business hours.

Travel

Travel is not expected for this position.

New + Found is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.