Senior Accountant, Staff

Simon Property Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented accountant to manage financial reporting for multiple mall properties. In this role, you'll analyze general ledgers, prepare financial statements, and assist with audits, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Your analytical and interpersonal skills will be crucial as you collaborate with property management and leasing teams. This position offers a great opportunity to grow your expertise in financial management within a dynamic environment. If you have a passion for accounting and a desire to contribute to a thriving organization, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in accounting roles.
• Proficiency in accounting software and spreadsheet applications.

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain general ledger accounts for assigned properties.
• Prepare monthly financial analysis and annual operating budgets.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Detail Oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

Computer-based accounting applications

Spreadsheet applications

Job description

Job Location:

Corporate Indianapolis

PRIMARY PURPOSE

This individual reviews, maintains, and analyzes the general ledger and financial statements of four to seven assigned mall properties and their related partnership or corporate entities.

SPECIFIC TASKS

• Review and maintains the general ledger accounts for assigned properties
• Prepares and updates monthly financial analysis for assigned properties, including budget and forecast variance analysis and commentary.
• Prepares the annual operating budget for assigned properties and updates periodic financial forecasts.
• Prepares and distributes reporting packages to joint-venture partners as may be required by the ownership of assigned properties
• Participates in the year-end close of the assigned properties as well as other assigned tasks.
• Responsible for completing special projects, both routine and the occasional, as assigned.
• Distributes financial reports to various internal personnel, including property management and leasing personnel; assists them in reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting financial results.
• Assists external auditors with annual and special audits.
• Serves as mentor for less experienced staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree, with a major or concentration in Accounting, CPA is a plus

• Preferable applicant should have 2 to 3 years experience

• Analytical/Interpersonal skills

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to adhere to strict timetable for completion of assigned accounting responsibilities.

• Proficiency with computer-based accounting and spreadsheet applications.

• Detail oriented

• Strong analytical ability