Senior Accountant – Community Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Senior Accountant – Community
Req #2994
201 Jones Rd, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
Job Description
Posted Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Joining the team means putting your passion to work. Our associates feel a sense of belonging with the care that they provide, empowered by the open and reliable team that surrounds them. Our diverse and skilled workforce takes immense pride in a dmitment: a devotion to providing caring and dedicated service. In our supportive environment, associates have the opportunity to learn and grow. With professional and personal training programs, as well as education for career advancement, we empower associates to explore their interests, feed their passion, and pursue growth opportunities. We invite you to connect with your calling, find purpose in your career, and gain lifelong relationships through the power of human connection by transforming the lives of seniors!
The Senior Community Accountant is responsible for day-to-day accounting and reporting for a group ofmunities within the portfolios as well as assisting in month-end close related tasks. The role serves as the main point of contact for any financial related needs formunity Business Partners, such as Executive Directors (ED) or Directors of Business Administrations (DBA) located at ourmunities. As the primary financial resource, the Senior Community Accountant must provide exemplary customer service both internally and externally.
The responsibilities include the timely preparation of monthly financial packages, maintaining accurate and detailed workpapers, and coordinating andmunicating financial information and results to business partners.
Major duties and responsibilities:
For assigned group ofmunities (8-12):
Prepare and post monthly standard journal entries.
Review and reconcile all general ledger accounts for assignedmunities (various monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual workpapers)
Perform monthly Balance Sheet and Ie Statement trend reviews.
Maintain an open line ofmunication between the Executive Directors and Directors of Business Administrations.
Conduct monthly financial review calls with Business Partners withinmunities
Coach and support Business Partners withinmunities on adnce to Company’s internal controls.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations (may be othermunities than those assigned, as some are consolidated in portfolios)
Perform/manage other tasks within accounting on a -consolidated basis, such as but not limited to: Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Real Estate Taxes, etc.
Engage in departmental projects and initiatives related to enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of existing processes and implementing new processes.
Provide financial information, as needed, to internal Financial Planning & Analysis staff
Perform ad-hoc analysis and troubleshooting of matters as they arise.

Skills:

Communicates effectively with co-workers at all levels, in a clear and concise manner
Strong written and verbal skills
Demonstrates ability to work as a team player
Maintainsanized, neat, and accurate files
Superior customer service
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and ability to report timely is essential
Strong time management, problem solving, and analytical skills
Ability to drive projects independently as well as work in groups
Demonstrates proficiency in MS Office and strong use of Excel
Experience with, or ability to be proficient in, accounting software (Yardi preferred)

Education/Experience:

BS or BA degree in accounting, finance or business from accredited college or university
3-5 years of relevant Accounting experience, property accounting is a plus
As a Home Office associate at , you will have immediate access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 10 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Program Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match Long Term Care Insurance Company-provided Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Job Details
Job Family
Accounting
Job Function
Home Office Professionals
Pay Type
Salary
Employment Indicator
Home Office