Staff Accountant (Entry Level)
Bradford Allen is a private, Chicago-based, holding company that has several lines of business including; Financial Services, Commercial Real Estate, Asset Management and B2B Services.
Position Title: Junior / Staff Property Accountant (Entry Level)
Reports To: Property Controller
Position Summary:
Prepare and maintain fixed asset and job costing subledgers; journal vouchers for entry into the general ledger; general ledger account reconciliations; assist in month-end closing of assigned properties; generate reports; and assist with projects as directed.
Responsibilities:
- Preparation of journal vouchers and reports for fixed asset, lease administration, and general ledger systems in conjunction with maintaining data accuracy and integrity.
- Ensure fixed asset system adheres to company policy and procedures related to GAAP methodology and useful life.
- Work with Property Management division to insure accuracy and adherence to capital expenditure policy for job costing system.
- Provide support for the month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting needs of the organization as directed.
- Prepare financial reports, conduct analysis, and adhere to organizational financial policies.
- Support management with audits, resolving discrepancies, and preparing data for decision making process.
Qualifications:
Seeking a detail oriented, analytically focused candidate who can contribute by learning systems and accounting practices.
- 4-year degree from an accredited college in accounting or finance
- 0 – 2 years of experience or internship at audit firm
- Proficient with MS Office Suite, knowledge of MRI G/L a plus
- Strong analytical, mathematics, and systems knowledge
- Strong desire to obtain CPA
- Understanding of US GAAP as it relates to real estate
- Excellent communication, integrity, and ethical behavior traits
- Willingness to learn and work within a team environment