Commercial GL Accountant/MAA Corporate

Agupdate; Germantown (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Agupdate is seeking a GL Accountant to work under a supervisor to perform general accounting for a portfolio of properties. You will prepare journal entries and lead the monthly close to ensure accurate financial statements.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting/finance and at least two years of related experience. Real estate experience and Yardi familiarity are preferred. Strong attention to detail and compliance with GAAP are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Two years of professional accounting or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares journal entries for posting to the general ledger and monthly close for each property.
• Reviews financial statements and prepares accruals, amortizations and reclassifications to complete the final monthly close package.
• Analyzes balance sheet accounts and prepares reconciliations with explanations.
• Analyzes monthly utility expenses and provides variance explanations.
• Participates in peer reviews of work products for quality assurance and timely release.
• Responds to Operations requests on property accounting issues and implements corrective actions.
• Participates in general ledger project teams and assists with SOX testing as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Yardi

Job description

The General Ledger (GL) Accountant works under the direction of a General Ledger Accounting Supervisor or Manager to perform general accounting work for an assigned portfolio of properties. During the monthly closeout process, the role prepares journal entries to post to the general ledger, financial statements and other reports for each property. The GL Accountant ensures completeness and accuracy of financial statements and related accounting activities.

The successful candidate will embody and work to reinforce MAA’s Core Values. Those values include:

• Appreciating the uniqueness of each individual
• Communicating openly and with integrity
• Embracing opportunities
• Doing the right thing at the right time for the right reasons

Duties and Responsibilities

• Applies knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to the preparation of journal entries for posting to the general ledger, financial statements, reconciliations, and variance analysis during monthly closeout for each property within assigned portfolio.
• Reviews financial statements for accuracy and prepares all necessary accruals, amortizations and reclassifications to complete the final monthly close package to ensure compliance with GAAP standards.
• Analyzes balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy; prepares balance sheet reconciliations with detailed explanations of account balances.
• Analyzes monthly utility expenses for completeness by making all necessary accruals/adjustments and by providing detailed variance explanations.
• Participates in peer review process of work products for quality assurance, including close packages, to ensure completion, accuracy, and timely release to internal and external customers.
• Reviews and responds to requests from Operations regarding various property accounting issues and implements corrective actions to resolve.
• Participates in general ledger project teams with internal peers and/or external resources.
• Assists with completing SOX testing as required by the Internal Audit Department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Two years of professional accounting, finance or related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Real estate or property accounting experience preferred
• Experience with Yardi investment accounting system strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of GAAP, financial terms, and principles, including cash and accrual accounting methods
• Knowledge and skill to comprehend, analyze and interpret financial statements
• Attention to detail and accuracy with quantitative data and financial calculations
• Customer service orientation to provide effective and efficient support to internal clients
• Skill and ability to communicate verbally clearly and concisely and in writing
• Skill in applying critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving methods
• Knowledge and skills to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Time management skills to meet deadlines on time-sensitive projects and demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• Knowledge and ability to operate accounting software applications (e.g., Yardi)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and maintain appropriate discretion

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Disclaimer

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.