Senior Accountant

FirstService Residential; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 96,421,000 - 103,298,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

FirstService Residential is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage general ledger, financial reporting, and client billings for condominium and homeowners associations. You will prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements, while supporting audits and budgets.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of related experience, solid Excel skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial information to managers and boards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• Associates Degree with position equivalent experience.
• 5 to 7 years of related experience.
• Strong understanding of balance sheets, income statements, general ledgers, chart of accounts, journal entries and accrual basis accounting.
• General Ledger experience.
• Strong ability to explain financial reports and procedures to Association Managers and Board of Directors.
• Intermediate to Advanced MS Office skills (Outlook and Excel).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate and problem solve.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven attention to detail.
• Demonstrated integrity in work product and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong ability to work as a productive and positive team member.
• Ability to effectively communicate in a variety of settings; orally, verbally and written.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver Financial Statement packages for an assigned portfolio of Condominium and/or Homeowners Associations.
• Prepare Balance Sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and post journal entries to the General Ledger.
• Prepare Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payable analyses.
• Prepare the Financial Statement package for review by the Association Manager.
• Provide additional financial reports requested by the Client.
• Assist with monthly Financial Statements questions from management and Board.
• Assist with annual budgeting process and review dues calculations.
• Coordinate with external audit staff for audit/review and tax returns.
• Develop and maintain relationships with banking partners and vendors.
• Mentor and guide the Client Accounting team.
• Assist on special requests and projects as necessary.
• Train and develop Staff Accountants and review their work.

Skills

Balance Sheets

Income Statements

General Ledger

Journal Entries

MS Excel

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

AvidXchange

ClickPay

WelcomeLink

Job description

Description

Job Overview:

As a Senior Accountant, you’ll be responsible for general ledger and financial reporting functions, accounts receivable and client billings, including but not limited to journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and financial statement production.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver Financial Statement packages for an assigned portfolio of Condominium and/or Homeowners Associations following the quality standards established by FirstService Residential. Verify correctness of information prior to submission.
• Prepare Balance Sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules. Analyze the Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Investment reports for each account to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare and post journal entries to the General Ledger. Review periodic reports of general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and correct errors prior to close of accounting period.
• Prepare, review and analyze Accounts Receivables transactions. Review and analyze Accounts Payable to ensure they have been accurately coded and recorded. Identify, investigate, resolve and/or report on discrepancies.
• Prepare the Financial Statement package and submit for review to the assigned Association Manager
• Prepare additional financial reports requested by the Client to be included in the Financial Package or provided to the Community Association Manager and/or Board of Directors.
• Provide assistance and guidance to Association Management and Board of Directors by answering questions regarding monthly Financial Statements and other related matters.
• Prepare budget templates and assist association managers with the annual budgeting process. Review budgets and dues calculations
• Work with external audit staff to ensure timely delivery of audit/review reports and tax returns for clients. Review audit/review reports for accuracy, have a thorough understanding of adjusting audit entries. Post year end audit adjustments.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with banking partners and third-party vendors to ensure proper coordination of systems (AvidXchange, ClickPay, WelcomeLink)
• Mentor, coach and provide guidance to the Client Accounting team and other department members
• Assist on special requests and projects as necessary.
• Train and develop Staff Accountants; provide guidance, direction, and input to Staff Accountants.
• Review Financials Statements prepared by Staff Accountants as needed.
• Assist Financial Reporting Supervisors and Managers as needed.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
• Associates Degree with position equivalent experience
• 5 to 7 years of related experience.
• Strong understanding of balance sheets, income statements, general ledgers, chart of accounts, journal entries and accrual basis accounting
• General Ledger experience
• Strong ability to explain financial reports and procedures to Association Managers and Board of Directors
• Intermediate to Advanced MS Office skills (Outlook and Excel)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate and problem solve
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proven attention to detail
• Demonstrated integrity in work product and commitment to accuracy
• Strong ability to work as a productive and positive team member
• Ability to effectively communicate in a variety of settings; orally, verbally and written

Physical Requirements

• Vision and hearing for computer and phone use
• Dexterity for keyboard and mouse use
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

What We Offer

As a full-time non-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, 10 paid holidays, and a 401k with company match.

Compensation: $33.65 - $36.05

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