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MidPen Housing
Property Accountant (Foster City Office)
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What they do
A Real Estate or Property Accountant prepares financial records and reports for real estate transactions and provides accounting for commercial or residential properties. Maintains accounts and tracks expenses related to property management. May work for a commercial real estate firm, real estate developer or investor, or property owner.
$79,374 / year median in California
-0% projected decline
Job Description
Property Accountant (Foster City Office) MidPen Housing Foster City, CA Job Details $80,000
- $90,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Commuter assistance Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Pet insurance Qualifications Microsoft Outlook Spreadsheets Research GAAP Financial concepts Data analysis software Full Job Description About MidPen At MidPen, we build communities that change lives.
Responsibilities:
Analyzes and interprets financial information, compiles and reports data for assigned portfolio of properties Prepares complex account reconciliation and journal entries. Performs on-going analytical review in support of the monthly close process. Prepares monthly analysis of account variances Ensures all inter-entity transactions are in balance. Analyzes variances prior to financial reporting close Reads and understands compliance and partnership documents, including regulatory and loan agreements, as well as the accounting treatment associated with each document Proactively researches and documents conclusions on accounting issues with appropriate understanding of relevant GAAP pronouncements Participates in meetings to communicate and share accounting and analysis information Prepares annual audit schedules and works with external auditors to complete audited financial statements and tax returns and ensures all are filed within timeline of partnership and other agreements Reviews and understands audits and footnotes prepared by external auditors. Monitors adherence to audit requirements and ensures full compliance in accordance with regulatory agencies Confirms surplus distributions are correctly calculated and appropriately distributed Presents financial information and appropriately answers accounting questions to management and boards of directors, as requested Provides ad-hoc reporting, as requested Reviews work prepared by the outsourced accounting team Performs other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in the field of Accounting or Finance and three years of experience in accounting and financial analysis or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience Experience using Property Accounting ERP software and working knowledge of leasing and rents- Real Page and OneSite software experience preferred Strong GAAP knowledge required Experience in accounting for partnerships and related party transactions preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficient using Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, One Drive, and Outlook Strong ability to work independently and understand and explain financial concepts Detailed oriented
- must be able to produce work product with a high level of accuracy Highly organized
- ability to multi-task, track progress, and balance priorities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Must be able to communicate with diverse parties within the Accounting team, Property Management, and Asset Management teams, and work collaboratively with those parties Possess the ability to analyze complex accounting transactions, understand complex accounting treatment of a variety of transactions, and resolve discrepancies in the financial data as part of the period closing process Commitment to the Mission and Values of MidPen Services and MidPen Housing Physical Requirements Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks Frequently sitting Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 15 pounds Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
- $90,000 Annual Salary
- Pay based on applicable experience and qualifications Benefits and Compensation (see here for full details ) Health Insurance Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance 403(b) Retirement Investment Employee Education Reimbursement Program Paid Parental Leave FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits EAP Program Pet Insurance Paid Time Off Company Holidays Wellness Days
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
MidPen Housing Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please notify your recruiter. Consistent with its obligations under the law, MidPen Housing Corp. will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs