Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant, Boston or Pittsburgh Corporate Office – Boston, MA or Pittsburgh, PA
Hybrid Position (3 days in Office)

General Statement of Duties: Responsible for daily accounting functions for corporate entities as assigned and participate in the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Supervision Received: Works under the direction of the Accounting Supervisors and Assistant Controllers.

Supervision Exercised: None.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Essential Functions of the Position: (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all that may be found in positions of this class).

Generally, works on basic portfolio and issues and seeks guidance from supervisor.
Prepares audits and analyzes for accuracy all balance sheet and various revenue and expense accounts for submission to auditors.
Responds to auditor questions regarding year end workpapers and financial position.
Prepares periodic reporting to government agencies, financial institutions, investors, and internal stakeholders in accordance with company internal and external reporting requirements.
Performs monthly close, account reconciliation and analysis of significant variances.
Maintains and ensures accuracy of general ledger by compiling, analyzing, and verifying accounting activity.
Records standard entries, journal entries, periodic accruals, and management fee adjustments after thorough review and determination for posting.
Monitors and assists site staff with their job performance responsibilities as it relates to accounting matters.
Review’s check run and cash position and collaborates with Property Manager for release of payment.
Budget support if applicable.
Complies with applicable government regulations.
Complies with company policies, rules, and regulations.
Maintains financial security by adhering and regulating internal controls.
Maintains and respects resident confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent from an accredited university.

Experience: 0 to 2 years of work experience and/or Internship experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word preferred.
Yardi software experience a plus.
Hard-working, self-motivated, with ability to work independently.
Must be detail oriented with proven organizational skills.
Must possess a desire to learn and move up within the organization.
Ability to consistently meet deadlines and work under pressure due to work complexity and time sensitivity.
Due to time sensitivity of work, position may occasionally require extended hours on during workdays, holidays, and/or weekends during peak periods of business.   

Beacon Core Competencies required for all positions: Teamwork, Integrity/Ethics, Dependability, Customer Focus, Adaptability/Flexibility.

Beacon Accountant Job Competencies: Job Knowledge, Quality, Problem Solving/Analysis, Interpersonal Skills, Personal Organization, Productivity.

Compensation: $60,000 - $64,000 annual salary
Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.