Staff Accountant

IT Resource Hunter; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IT Resource Hunter is seeking a Staff Accountant in Cincinnati, OH to ensure accurate financial recording and reporting. The role focuses on fixed assets, high-volume bank reconciliations, and utility analysis to support subsidy filings.

The candidate will support monthly close, year-end processes, and audits, while collaborating with IT and Purchasing to tag assets and optimize controls. Strong GAAP/GASB knowledge and Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of accounting experience (including 2+ years in bank reconciliations) or 10+ years of full-cycle accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and GASB standards.
• Strong knowledge of governmental financial rules and regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software (YARDI and ADRA preferred).
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical capability, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Record fixed asset activities in YARDI and maintain the asset register.
• Perform high-volume bank and balance sheet reconciliations; process bank transfers and wires.
• Audit and manage utility invoices; reconcile accounts with utility providers.
• Prepare financial reports for Management, HUD, and the Board; support audits.
• Cross-train with finance team and document procedures to ensure process consistency.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GASB standards

Bank reconciliations

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience

Tools

YARDI

ADRA

Job description

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Direct hire Full Time

Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant ensures accurate, timely financial recording and reporting for our client and its instrumentalities. This role directly manages the fixed asset register, high-volume bank reconciliations, bank transfers, and utility analysis to support operating subsidy filings.

Key Responsibilities

Fixed Assets

• Record asset acquisitions, dispositions, and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) transfers in YARDI.
• Maintain the fixed asset register, calculate depreciation, and manage supporting roll-forwards.
• Reconcile subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger and track capital budget expenditures.
• Partner with IT and Central Purchasing to assign tag numbers for assets and vehicles.
• Conduct periodic reviews for intangible asset impairments and prepare fixed asset audit schedules.

Reconciliations & Treasury

• Perform high-volume bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations using ADRA.
• Initiate, track, and record all bank transfers and wires.
• Assist in implementing Touchstone Properties bank accounts within ADRA.
• Prepare correcting journal entries and comprehensive variance analyses.
• Participate in monthly and year-end close processes, resolving reconciling items efficiently.
• Support inventory control by collaborating with the Warehouse team during physical counts.

Utility Analysis

• Maintain a detailed utility register tracking account/meter numbers, locations, and usage.
• Audit utility invoices, resolve billing discrepancies, and ensure timely processing.
• Partner with the Controller and utility companies to reconcile accounts.
• Implement and oversee automated billing workflows, ensuring all bills are uploaded into YARDI.

Reporting & Compliance

• Assist in preparing financial reports for Management, HUD, and the Board of Commissioners.
• Provide direct support for year-end, Financial, SEMAP, PHAS, and governmental audits.
• Document operational procedures and cross-train with other finance team members.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience (including 2+ years in bank reconciliations) OR 10+ years of full-cycle accounting experience including balance sheet reconciliations and close processes.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and GASB standards.
• Strong knowledge of governmental financial rules and regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software (YARDI and ADRA preferred).
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical capability, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.