Client Accounting Portfolio Specialist

FirstService Residential; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

9 paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

FirstService Residential is seeking a Client Accounting Portfolio Specialist to join the Bloomington, MN team. The role focuses on accurate journal entries, ledger reconciliation, and month-end close processes to ensure timely financial reporting.

You will analyze financial data, support audits and budgeting, and collaborate with Accounting, Operations, Treasury, and other departments to improve processes and ensure GAAP compliance. Competitive benefits and 401(k) matching available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• 3–5 years of General Ledger accounting experience.
• Experience preparing financial statements, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Experience supporting audits and month-end close.
• Property management or real estate accounting experience a plus.
• Knowledge of GAAP and strong MS Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare/post or review journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Analyze financial data and trends to identify risks and improvements.
• Support month-end and year-end close and related schedules.
• Assist audits and budgeting processes; post audit entries as required.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Operations, Treasury, and other departments to ensure accurate reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Associate's degree acceptable

Tools

MS Excel

GAAP knowledge

ERP system experience

Job description

Description

Job Overview: The Client Accounting Portfolio Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation, analysis, and maintenance of financial records, reconciliations, and reporting. This role plays a critical part in the month-end close process, ensuring the integrity of financial data and compliance with company policies and accounting standards. The Client Accounting Portfolio Specialist works closely with Accounting, Operations, Treasury, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other internal departments to support organizational objectives, resolve complex accounting issues, and drive process improvements.

Your Responsibilities

General Ledger & Financial Reporting

• Accurately prepare/post or review journal entries.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring all transactions are recorded appropriately.
• Prepare or review monthly financial statement packages, supporting schedules, and related analyses.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances, discrepancies, and unusual account activity.
• Review income statement and balance sheet activity to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to being released to our clients.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Identify accounting issues and recommend corrective actions to ensure financial accuracy.

Account Analysis & Reconciliations

• Reconcile or review bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts.
• Research and resolve outstanding reconciling items.
• Review transactions from Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable to ensure proper coding and recording.
• Analyze financial data and trends to identify risks, opportunities, and process improvements.
• Assist in maintaining supporting documentation for all accounting activities.

Audit, Budget & Compliance Support

• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing schedules and gathering requested documentation.
• Assist with annual budget preparation and budget uploads within the ERP system.
• Post audit entries and financial adjustments as required.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, internal controls, and applicable accounting standards.
• Maintain complete and accurate accounting records and documentation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Accounting, Operations, Treasury, Insurance, and other internal departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Partner with department leaders to resolve accounting issues, improve processes, and support business initiatives.
• Communicate financial impacts, concerns, and recommendations effectively to internal stakeholders.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings, projects, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support implementation of new accounting procedures, systems enhancements, and best practices.

Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years of General Ledger accounting experience
• Experience preparing financial statements, account reconciliation, and journal entries required
• Experience support audits and month-end close activities preferred
• Property management or real estate accounting experience is a plus
• Knowledge of GAAP is preferred
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, etc.)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate and problem solve
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proven attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate in a variety of settings; verbally and written

Physical Requirements

• Sitting at a desk for extended periods of time
• Vision and hearing for computer and phone use
• Dexterity for keyboard and mouse use
• Ability to move up to 30 pounds

What We Offer

As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, EAP services, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability coverage. In addition, you will be eligible for vacation and sick time off benefits, 9 paid holidays, and a 401k with company match.

Compensation: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 annually

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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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