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Senior Real Estate Accountant

Harbor Associates

Stamford, CT

Filed under Real Estate

Full job description

Expanding real estate investment and lending institution, is seeking a strong Real Estate Accountant. This individual will assist with cash management, accounts receivable, loans and property accounting for a portfolio of commercial and mixed-used properties. This role also offers close mentorship from a great mentor and significant potential for growth in our highly collaborative environment.


Responsibilities:


· Oversee accounting duties for commercial and mixed-use properties


Assist in maintaining loan system and database for all loans


· Prepare financial statements for assigned portfolios


· Analyze/prepare annual CAM reconciliations


· Analyze the general ledger for each property and prepare monthly journal entries


· Calculate accruals and adjustments


· Maintain detailed workpaper files on a monthly basis for each investment


· Review results of operations and provide detailed explanations of variances


· Review invoices to ensure correct account coding and expense allocations


· Prepare reconciliations of all cash accounts, reserves and escrows


· Monitor cash balances and request capital funding or distributions, as needed


· Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules


· Calculate real estate tax and operating expense escalations


· Interact with asset managers, leasing agents, and property managers


· Assist in the resolution of tenant billing inquiries with accounts receivable and legal departments


· Compile financial information for analysts during debt refinances and/or sales of properties


· Prepare annual budget and reforecast


· Prepare real estate tax filings


· Interact with various audit firms for annual audits and tax return preparation


Requirements:


· Bachelor's Degree in Accounting


· Background in public accounting or private industry within the real estate industry


· Knowledge of Yardi, MRI, Nortridge or similar software is preferred


· Strong organizational and communication skills


· Self-starter with strong ability to organize and prioritize


· Strong Microsoft Excel capabilities


· Detail-oriented, proactive team player who can also work independently


Compensation:


· Salary competitive and commensurate with experience


· Vacation, Health and dental insurance


· Catered daily lunch


· Retirement benefits

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