Staff Accountant

Coastal Ridge Real Estate; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Ridge Real Estate is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage monthly accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of institutional and private real estate multifamily communities in downtown Columbus, OH. The role supports asset management and acquisitions teams with detailed financial analyses.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting and 2+ years of accounting experience, with strong Excel skills and familiarity with Entrata or similar property management software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
• 2+ years of accounting experience is required.
• Real estate accounting/GAAP experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required; Entrata experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Month-end close, reporting and analysis.
• Property budgeting and cash forecasting.
• General ledger review and maintenance.
• Variance explanations monthly/quarterly.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Vendor invoice and disbursement review.
• Maintain asset additions/disposals and reconcile fixed assets to G/L.
• Review lender and operating agreements for reporting.
• Calculate monthly/quarterly partner distributions.
• Recordescrows,Capex,depreciation,equity contributions/distributions.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Deadline-driven

Team-player

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Entrata

Job description

As a Staff Accountant, you’ll be responsible for the monthly accounting and financial reporting processes for a portfolio of institutional, private real estate multifamily communities.

Where You’ll Work:

Located in downtown Columbus, Ohio, our corporate offices overlook the Columbus Commons, which plays host to over 200 events throughout the year. Enjoy the building’s fitness center and rooftop terrace with adjoining clubroom and walk to some of the city’s best restaurants and downtown amenities.

What You'll Own:

• Daily, Monthly, and Annual responsibilities include:
  • Month-end close, reporting and analysis
  • Property budgeting and cash forecasting
  • General ledger review and maintenance
  • Monthly and/or Quarterly variance explanations
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Management Fee calculation per property management agreements
  • Vendor invoice and disbursement review
  • Maintain asset additions/disposals and reconcile the balance in the fixed asset system to the general ledger
  • Review lender and operational agreements, ensuring all reporting requirements are met
  • Calculate and analyze monthly/quarterly partner distributions per operating agreements
  • Recording of escrows, capital expenditures, depreciation, and equity contributions/distributions
• Serve as a trusted information resource to department leaders and the internal operations, asset management, and acquisitions team
• Maintain department policies and best practices
• Assist in creating and executing detailed financial analysis and ad-hoc departmental projects
• Other duties as directed and assigned

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Previous real estate accounting, tax, or GAAP experience within the areas of private investment and/or property management strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Proficiency in Entrata or similar property management accounting software preferred, but not required
• Ability to sit at a desk for 8+ hours a day

Who You Are:

• A detail-oriented individual. You pay attention to the small things that make a big difference. You look at information with a discerning eye to ensure its accuracy. You understand the importance of editing and proofreading your work to ensure it’s done right.
• A masterful executor. You get things done. You fervently plan to meet deadlines and achieve goals. You manage tasks in a fast-paced environment with many moving pieces and stakeholders, and ensure goals reach or surpass the finish line.
• A supportive team player. You work effectively with others and go above and beyond to support the needs of your fellow coworkers. You are reliable and flexible and communicate effectively by communicating issues and challenges, listening, compromising, and seeking feedback.

Our Company:

Built on the foundation of over 20 years of friendships, Coastal Ridge is a vertically integrated multifamily real estate operator, investor, and developer whose unique approach successfully combines data and experience. Supported by over 900 real estate professionals with deep sector expertise, we have quickly grown into a leader in the multifamily industry. Our values are based on relationships and driven by honesty, integrity, and trust.

What You’ll Get:

As a Coastal Ridge Real Estate associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. We are committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our culture and the needs of our associates.