Senior Staff Accountant

Atlantic Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Group in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Staff Accountant to support general ledger accounting, monthly close, and financial reporting for a multi-entity real estate organization. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely reconciliations, and collaboration with accounting leadership.

You will gain broad exposure to budgeting, month‑end close, and internal controls while working in a fast-paced, team‑oriented environment with hybrid flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 1–3 years of general ledger or corporate accounting experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and general accounting principles.
• Real estate accounting experience is a plus.
• Experience with Yardi, RealPage, or similar accounting systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Month-End Close: prepare entries, maintain GL accounts, support close processes.
• Budget & Expense Management: assist with budgeting, variance analyses, and cost tracking.
• Audit & Compliance: assist with audits and prepare supporting schedules.
• Process Improvement: help enhance procedures and controls across accounting processes.

Skills

General ledger accounting

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Yardi

RealPage

Job description

Philadelphia, PA | Hybrid | $75,000–$100,000 + Bonus

Join a high-performing real estate organization where your accounting expertise can make an impact.

Atlantic Group is seeking a Staff Accountant in Philadelphia, PA on behalf of our client, a dynamic, multi-entity real estate organization. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who wants to build on their experience, work alongside strong accounting leadership, and gain broad exposure to general ledger accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and month-end close.

If you’re detail-oriented, analytical, and motivated by working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

The Opportunity

As a Staff Accountant, you’ll play an important role in supporting the financial operations of a high-performing division. You’ll partner with accounting leadership and operational teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, timely reconciliations, and efficient accounting processes across multiple entities.

What you can expect:

• Competitive $75,000–$100,000 base salary + bonus
• Exposure to a multi-entity real estate environment
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced accounting leadership
• Broad experience across GL accounting, reporting, budgeting, and month-end close
• A collaborative, high-performing team environment
• Opportunity for professional growth and expanded responsibility

What You’ll Do

General Ledger & Month-End Close

• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger accounts.
• Support monthly close activities and ensure accounting deadlines are met.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Assist with monthly financial statements and supporting accounting reports.
• Analyze financial results and provide insight into revenue and expense activity.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance reporting.

Budget & Expense Management

• Assist with budget tracking and variance analysis.
• Review revenue and expenses to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities.
• Support operational teams with financial and accounting information.

Audit & Compliance

• Assist with internal and external audit preparation.
• Compile schedules, documentation, and supporting materials for auditors.
• Ensure accounting activities are performed in accordance with GAAP and established procedures.

Process Improvement

• Help enhance accounting procedures, reporting processes, and financial systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and controls.
• Contribute to a continuously improving accounting environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• 1–3 years of general ledger accounting, corporate accounting, or bookkeeping experience
• Solid understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and general accounting principles
• Real estate accounting experience is preferred
• Experience with Yardi, RealPage, or similar accounting systems is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive, collaborative approach and desire to grow professionally

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re an accounting professional looking for a role that offers competitive compensation, hybrid flexibility, meaningful exposure to real estate accounting, and room to grow, we’d love to hear from you.