Property Accountant

Job Location Home Office - WESTMINSTER, CO 80030Position Type Full TimeEducation Level 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage NoneJob Category AccountingDescriptionSummary: The Property Accountant performs accounting work of considerable complexity using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Responsibilities include property accounting, compliance reporting, analytics, budgeting, documentation, and auditing for LIHTC projects and Maiker entities. The Property Accountant sets and meets goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) focused on accuracy and integrity of accounting data and transactions, analysis of ways to impact Maiker revenue growth or other financial goals, property petty cash audit, timely and accurate compliance reporting, and audit ratings. Essential Job Duties are performed with strict adherence to Maiker standards, policies, and procedures, and to local, State and Federal laws and regulations. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Property Accounting and CompliancePerform monthly financial statement reportingPerform property accounting functions through accurate and timely completion of general ledger postings, tenant ledger adjustments, payment reversals and correctionsAdhere to the property month-end close processReview monthly property financial income and expense activity for accuracy and reasonablenessLiaison with Community Managers to assist with financial and accounting problems and issuesPrepare entries to book month end accruals, write-offs, re-classes, and correctionsAnalyze property credits, sequential money orders, financial variances, and aged receivablesProvide general ledger, cost center revenue, and expense variance reporting in support of Maiker’s revenue growth and cost control strategiesPrepare and complete agency cash receipts as requiredEnsure Software and Accounting ComplianceUnit Transfers and Unit mapping, maintain set aside trackingReview new move-in lease and Yardi charges with Compliance ManagerUpdate GPRReconcile all security deposit accountsAssist in the preparation of budgetsAssist in regulatory accounting compliance reporting and Board financial reportingReconcile selected balance sheet accounts on a monthly basisManage the fixed asset and depreciation schedules for propertiesSet up and monitor employee rental agreements with Community staff and Human Resources AuditsAssist with preparation of annual audit information for multiple propertiesPerform annual Property petty cash auditsQualificationsEducation and ExperienceRequired: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Accounting from a 4 year college or university Preferred 2 years of property management accounting experience 1 year of affordable housing experience, budgeting and property cost controlWorking knowledge of Yardi Property Management SoftwareWorking knowledge of HUD requirements, 59 experience, PHA and LIHTC programsProficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and AdobeKnowledge and SkillsExcellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills, including ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manualsPresents information and responds to questions from groups of Maiker managers and staffFacilitates small group meetings and instructs in a 1:1 settingDemonstrates exceptional teamwork and customer service skillsKnowledge of program requirements found in HUD regulations, handbook, notices, guidesExcellent organizing and planning skills with ability to manage multiple projects and prioritiesDetailed, accurate, and consistently meets deadlinesInterprets technical procedures and governmental regulationsReads, comprehends, interprets, and implements rules, regulations, and procedures Strong mathematical skills including fractions, percentages, and ratiosUnderstands how financial data is collected and used to guide and evaluate business decisionsUnderstands underlying issues, can simplify and process complex issues Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusionsInvolves others in the decision making process when necessaryFlexible and open to new ideas and responsibilities, handles pressure, adjusts to changing needsPhysical Requirements and Working ConditionsRegular computer use throughout the day, ability to sit for lengthy periods of timeOccasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch, and stand and walk on hard surfaces Lift/push/pull/carry various objects of 10 lbs. frequently and 25 lbs. occasionallyReach to shoulder level and above, and bend at the hips and kneesAbility to talk and hearThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderatePI0c61ff7c2c8a-37483-39822232