Commercial GL Accountant | MAA Memphis Corporate Office

MAA; Germantown (TN); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

MAA is seeking a General Ledger Accountant to support the monthly close for a portfolio of properties. The role involves preparing journal entries, posting to the general ledger, and ensuring accurate financial statements.

The successful candidate will apply GAAP knowledge, review reconciliations, and analyze variances. Real estate accounting experience and Yardi familiarity are strongly preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Two years of professional accounting, finance or related experience.
• Real estate or property accounting experience preferred; Yardi experience strongly preferred.

Aufgaben

• Prepares journal entries for posting to the general ledger, financial statements, reconciliations, and variance analysis during monthly closeout.
• Reviews financial statements for accuracy and prepares accruals, amortizations and reclassifications to complete the final monthly close package.
• Analyzes balance sheet accounts and prepares balance sheet reconciliations with explanations.
• Analyzes monthly utility expenses and provides variance explanations.
• Participates in SOX testing and supports internal audits.

Kenntnisse

GAAP knowledge

Journal entries

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Oral & written communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Yardi

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Job SummaryThe 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 individualCommunicating openly and with integrityEmbracing opportunitiesDoing the right thing at the right time for the right reasonsDuties and ResponsibilitiesApplies 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 QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.Two years of professional accounting, finance or related experience required.Preferred QualificationsReal estate or property accounting experience preferredExperience with Yardi investment accounting system strongly preferredKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of GAAP, financial terms, and principles, including cash and accrual accounting methodsKnowledge and skill to comprehend, analyze and interpret financial statementsAttention to detail and accuracy with quantitative data and financial calculationsCustomer service orientation to provide effective and efficient support to internal clientsSkill and ability to communicate verbally clearly and concisely and in writingSkill in applying critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving methodsKnowledge and skills to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlinesTime management skills to meet deadlines on time-sensitive projects and demonstrate regular attendance and punctualityProficiency 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 discretionPhysical and Environmental RequirementsThe 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.DisclaimerPlease 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.