Staff Accountant

Dayforce; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon is seeking a Staff Accountant for the Boston or Pittsburgh Corporate Office. This hybrid role requires three days in the office and supports daily corporate accounting activities and the month-end close process to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.

The position reports to Accounting Supervisors and is exempt under the FLSA. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Accounting and 0–2 years of experience, with strong Excel/Word skills and knowledge of Yardi a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent from an accredited university.
• 0 to 2 years of work experience and/or Internship experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word preferred.
• Yardi software experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs monthly close, account reconciliation and analysis of significant variances.
• Prepares audits and analyzes balance sheet and various revenue and expense accounts for submission to auditors.
• Responds to auditor questions regarding year end workpapers and financial position.
• Prepares periodic reporting to government agencies, financial institutions, investors, and internal stakeholders in accordance with company internal and external reporting requirements.
• Maintains and verifies accounting activity in the general ledger; records standard journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.

Skills

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Deadline driven

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Yardi

Job description

Staff Accountant, Boston or Pittsburgh Corporate Office – Boston, MA or Pittsburgh, PA

Hybrid Position (3 days in Office)

General Statement of Duties:

Responsiblefordaily accounting functionsforcorporate entitiesas assignedandparticipatein the month-end close process to ensuretimelyandaccuratefinancial reporting.

Supervision Received:

Works under the direction of the Accounting Supervisors and Assistant Controllers.

Supervision Exercised:

None.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Essential Functions of the Position:

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all that may be found in positions of this class).

• Generally, works on basic portfolio and issues and seeks guidance from supervisor.
• Prepares audits and analyzes for accuracy all balance sheet and various revenue and expense accounts for submission to auditors.
• Responds to auditor questions regarding year end workpapers and financial position.
• Prepares periodic reporting to government agencies, financial institutions, investors, and internal stakeholders in accordance with company internal and external reporting requirements.
• Performs monthly close, account reconciliation and analysis of significant variances.
• Maintains and ensures accuracy of general ledger by compiling, analyzing, and verifying accounting activity.
• Records standard entries, journal entries, periodic accruals, and management fee adjustments after thorough review and determination for posting.
• Monitors and assists site staff with their job performance responsibilities as it relates to accounting matters.
• Review’s check run and cash position and collaborates with Property Manager for release of payment.
• Budget support if applicable.
• Complies with applicable government regulations.
• Complies with company policies, rules, and regulations.
• Maintains financial security by adhering and regulating internal controls.
• Maintains and respects resident confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent from an accredited university.

Experience:

0 to 2 years of work experience and/or Internship experience.

Knowledge,Skillsand Abilities:

• Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word preferred.
• Yardi software experience a plus.
• Hard-working, self-motivated, with ability to work independently.
• Must be detail oriented with proven organizational skills.
• Must possess a desire to learn and move up within the organization.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines and work under pressure due to work complexity and time sensitivity.
• Due to time sensitivity of work, position may occasionally require extended hours on duringworkdays,holidays, and/or weekends during peak periods of business.

Beacon Core Competencies required for all positions:

Teamwork, Integrity/Ethics, Dependability, Customer Focus, Adaptability/Flexibility.

Beacon AccountantJob Competencies:

Job Knowledge, Quality, Problem Solving/Analysis, Interpersonal Skills, Personal Organization, Productivity.

Compensation:

$60,000 - $64,000 annual salary

Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.