SHINDA MANAGEMENT CORPORATION
Junior Accountant
SHINDA MANAGEMENT CORPORATION, Queens Village, New York, United States, 11427
Junior Accountant
About the Organization For over three decades, SMC has been in the forefront of proven, quality real estate property management services in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area. Our property management portfolio consists of rental housing for family and senior residents, developments funded by the low-income housing tax credit program, government assisted rental housing and rent stabilized properties.We care about your concerns and take excellent care of your property. As Owners, we understand that 'good management doesn't cost, it saves'. SMC is dedicated to providing quality property management services at every level of our organization. Every member of our team strives to fulfill our vision of excellent customer services to both our clients and residents. We pledge our commitment to providing quality Real Estate Property Management and Consulting Services.Our Vision: Investing in our people, our properties and our communities to build a lifestyle of prosperity.Our Mission: We're determined to maintain a thriving culture. We are focused on enhancing team effectiveness. We promote individual and collective growth within the community by redefining affordable housing.
Description
Job Purpose / Summary:
The Junior Accountant, working under the direction of the Supervising Senior and Assistant Controller, will gain practical accounting experience within the property management industry - analyzing financial information, preparing journal entries, and generating monthly/annual financial reports while applying generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and other governmental policies and procedures.
Role and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Reconcile bank and debt service accounts, investigate discrepancies, and record adjusting journal entries
Review and maintain general ledger activity and post reclassifying and accrual journal entries
Scan and file documents according to record retention systems
Prepare and update Excel spreadsheets used as audit support and backup
Obtain other audit evidence (ie: debt service, real estate, and water & sewer backup)
Perform analytical reviews of income and expense general ledger accounts
Analyze financial statement trends and budget variances
Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Assist with the annual budgeting process and other financial planning
Handle special projects and tasks as needed
Assist with the Properties' year-end audits and liaison with the independent auditors
Work interdepartmentally to achieve the overall goals of the company
Liaison with auditors, outside owners, asset managers and government oversight agencies
Core Competencies:
Desire to learn accounting within the real estate industry
Analytical and problem-solving ability
Organized and detail-oriented
Perform a variety of duties with accuracy and in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently
Professional demeanor
PAY: 45,000-65,000 per year
Position Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
BA/BS in accounting
CPA or an MBA is a plus
Minimum of 2 years accounting experience is a plus; public accounting and business experience
Knowledge in Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll is a plus.
Real Estate (affordable housing) experience is a plus.
Yardi Software experience is a plus
Excellent computer skills including all MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Teams)
General Qualifications
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, electronic filing, and fax machines.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
SALARY RANGE : 45,000K-55,000K ANNUALLY
Location Shinda Management- Corporate Office
EOE Statement Shinda Management Corporation is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Shinda Management Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
This position is currently accepting applications.
About the Organization For over three decades, SMC has been in the forefront of proven, quality real estate property management services in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area. Our property management portfolio consists of rental housing for family and senior residents, developments funded by the low-income housing tax credit program, government assisted rental housing and rent stabilized properties.We care about your concerns and take excellent care of your property. As Owners, we understand that 'good management doesn't cost, it saves'. SMC is dedicated to providing quality property management services at every level of our organization. Every member of our team strives to fulfill our vision of excellent customer services to both our clients and residents. We pledge our commitment to providing quality Real Estate Property Management and Consulting Services.Our Vision: Investing in our people, our properties and our communities to build a lifestyle of prosperity.Our Mission: We're determined to maintain a thriving culture. We are focused on enhancing team effectiveness. We promote individual and collective growth within the community by redefining affordable housing.
Description
Job Purpose / Summary:
The Junior Accountant, working under the direction of the Supervising Senior and Assistant Controller, will gain practical accounting experience within the property management industry - analyzing financial information, preparing journal entries, and generating monthly/annual financial reports while applying generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and other governmental policies and procedures.
Role and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Reconcile bank and debt service accounts, investigate discrepancies, and record adjusting journal entries
Review and maintain general ledger activity and post reclassifying and accrual journal entries
Scan and file documents according to record retention systems
Prepare and update Excel spreadsheets used as audit support and backup
Obtain other audit evidence (ie: debt service, real estate, and water & sewer backup)
Perform analytical reviews of income and expense general ledger accounts
Analyze financial statement trends and budget variances
Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Assist with the annual budgeting process and other financial planning
Handle special projects and tasks as needed
Assist with the Properties' year-end audits and liaison with the independent auditors
Work interdepartmentally to achieve the overall goals of the company
Liaison with auditors, outside owners, asset managers and government oversight agencies
Core Competencies:
Desire to learn accounting within the real estate industry
Analytical and problem-solving ability
Organized and detail-oriented
Perform a variety of duties with accuracy and in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently
Professional demeanor
PAY: 45,000-65,000 per year
Position Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
BA/BS in accounting
CPA or an MBA is a plus
Minimum of 2 years accounting experience is a plus; public accounting and business experience
Knowledge in Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll is a plus.
Real Estate (affordable housing) experience is a plus.
Yardi Software experience is a plus
Excellent computer skills including all MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Teams)
General Qualifications
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, electronic filing, and fax machines.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
SALARY RANGE : 45,000K-55,000K ANNUALLY
Location Shinda Management- Corporate Office
EOE Statement Shinda Management Corporation is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Shinda Management Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
This position is currently accepting applications.