Senior Accountant

Ackermann Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Paid time off

Employee rent discount

Career coaching and development

Company engagement events

Job summary

Ackermann Group is seeking a Senior Accountant for its corporate headquarters in Cincinnati, OH. You will handle general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and ad hoc projects for real estate assets while ensuring adherence to policy and governance.

The role requires 3–5 years of accounting experience, familiarity with QuickBooks, SAP or Yardi, and advanced Excel skills. You will work with onsite teams and support multiple entities in a dynamic property management environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• 3–5 years of accounting/finance experience.
• Familiar with QuickBooks, SAP or Yardi; advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in general accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger; post journal entries and cash receipts.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and budgets.
• Reconcile cash, receivables, payables, accruals and lenders.
• Provide accurate reporting and analysis of financial information.
• Escrow and cash flow management.
• Suggest improvements and assist with new policies.
• Communicate results with on-site property management.
• Research variances and report accordingly.
• Maintain timely processes through supervisor communication.
• Demonstrate advanced Excel and MS Office skills.
• Operate independently; handle confidential information.
• Maintain professional conduct with residents, coworkers, public.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

QuickBooks

SAP

Yardi

Excel

Job description

Since 1938, the Ackermann Group has a long history in real estate development and property management that has continued to grow and thrive in the Midwest region. Our guiding principles of collaboration, commitment to a personal approach, and delivering above expectations are paramount to who we are as an organization. We believe in and are dedicated to our employees and invest in passionate individuals who want to be a part of a vibrant and community-focused culture.

What we’re looking for:

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our growing team at our corporate headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio. As a Senior Accountant at Ackermann Group, you will be responsible for providing general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and ad hoc projects for commercial and multi-family real estate assets and investors. This role monitors and reports on day-to-day accounting and financial transactions and processes related to residential and commercial property management, in accordance with the policies and procedures outlined in the Operations Manual. Additional responsibilites include:

• General Ledger maintenance, including preparing and posting journal entries and cash receipts, identifying and correcting errors in coding or booking
• Monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and budgets for multiple entities
• Monthly account reconciliations for cash, receivables, payables, accruals and lender obligations
• Provide accurate, timely and relevant recording, reporting and analysis of financial information
• Escrow and Cash Flow management
• Identify areas for improvement and aid in the implementation of new accounting policies, standards, and guidelines
• Communicate results with on site property management teams
• Research variances and report accordingly
• Ability to keep processes on time with communication with supervisor is critical
• Demonstrate intermediate to advance skills and knowledge of Excel, as well as other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly detailed-oriented
• Operate independently and handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Represents the Company in a professional manner at all times. Consistently maintains a professional courteous attitude when dealing with residents, coworkers and the general public.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The ideal Senior Accountant will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or other related field
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Yardi) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in general accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliation.

We are proud to offer many Benefits & Perks at Ackermann Group including:

• Competitive compensation
• Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k retirement program with company match
• Paid time off including sick, vacation, holidays, and your birthday!
• Employee rent discount to live at any Ackermann community
• Career coaching and development
• Company engagement events