Staff Accountant / Accounts Receivable Specialist

Staff Accountant / Accounts Receivable Specialist StateStreet Group, L.L.C. - 4.5 Jackson, MS Job Details Full-time 18 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Excel Accounting software Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Business Associate's degree Accounting Time management Full Job Description

ABOUT STATESTREET GROUP

Founded in 1971 and headquartered in downtown Jackson, Mississippi, StateStreet Group is a real estate development, investment and property management company with more than 40 assets in our portfolio. We have been recognized among the Top 50 Property Developers in the United States, and multiple portfolio communities have earned "Property of the Year" recognition from the state's leading trade association. We believe in creating value in our properties, our communities and our team.

THE OPPORTUNITY

StateStreet Group is seeking a Staff Accountant / AR Specialist to join our accounting team. This role is responsible for handling day-to-day accounting and accounts receivable functions for StateStreet Group and its affiliated companies — a combined, multi-entity portfolio of roughly 70 properties — in a high-volume, detail-oriented environment. This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable being part of a team while also working independently. The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in providing accurate, timely information to property managers, executives and property owners.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

General Accounting Prepare monthly financial statements for assigned entities Record daily transaction activity and post routine journal entries Prepare and post journal entries to allocate expenses across entities Reconcile asset and liability accounts to ensure balances are accurate Prepare and maintain bank reconciliations across multiple entities Accounts Receivable Post tenant receipts and monitor recurring charges for billing accuracy Process tenant lease renewals, ensuring all charges agree with lease terms Post returned tenant deposits and coordinate with the appropriate Property Manager to resolve Post payments received on accounts placed into collections

QUALIFICATIONS

Accounting or business-related degree with substantial coursework in accounting or 5+ years of relevant experience A solid grasp of core accounting principles — the full accounting cycle, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations Accounting software experience with Yardi or other property-management software a plus Strong Excel skills and general proficiency with Microsoft Office Excellent attention to detail, with strong organizational and time management skills

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive salary and benefits to include PTO, insurance and 401(k) plan Structured work hours to allow for work/life balance Opportunities to participate in community volunteering to earn additional time off TO APPLY, email your resume to

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person