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FirstService Residential · 5 days ago

Supervisor, General Ledger Accounting

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

FirstService Residential is a leading provider of property management services, and they are seeking a Supervisor of General Ledger Accounting. In this role, you will manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate financial reporting and providing guidance to property management groups on financial operations.

Property ManagementReal Estate

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of 60 to 120 clients (number dependent on property complexity) to provide oversight on timely distribution of accurate financials and other client deliverables. Inclusive of the following tasks:

Review monthly Financial Statement packages for assigned portfolio of properties following the standards established by FirstService Residential

Review and analyze report review checklist to determine completeness and accuracy of financial statements

Ensure that the accountant segregates the non-operating monies via internal transfers

Provide feedback and revisions to accountants producing the financial statement packages for the assigned portfolio

Investigate issues identified during financial statement review and provide corrective actions/instructions to the accountant responsible for production of the financial statements

Provide assistance and guidance to property management groups to resolve issues or questions related to the financial operations for the assigned portfolio

Attend Board meetings to provide support on complex financial matters

Support and coordinate the development of annual budgets

Annually collect and deliver documentation and transaction details to auditors using Zendesk and SharePoint platforms

Utilize and update internal and external tracking systems for requests (i.e. Zendesk and RealServ), inquiries and work tasks requiring execution

Evaluate and approve AVID critical and capital invoices to ensure timely and accurate payment processing

Collaborate with cross departmental teams (financial management, cash management, contract management, insurance, etc.) to review products and programs in place for assigned clients and support in maximizing value for the client

Manage property transition in and out requirements within 60 days of receiving notice

Prepare and deliver monthly Financial Statement packages as needed for specific properties following the standards established by FirstService Residential. Inclusive of the following tasks:

Confirm bank accounts are reconciled

Prepare required reconciliations and supporting schedules for financial package

Analyze the variance analysis and details for each account to ensure accuracy and completeness

Prepare and post journal entries to the General Ledger as needed. Review periodic reports of general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and correct errors prior to close of accounting period

Prepare, review, and analyze transactions from Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payable to ensure they have been accurately coded and recorded. Identify, investigate, resolve, and/or report on discrepancies

Initiate and process internal reallocations of non-operating revenue to maintain proper fund separation and financial clarity

Prepare additional financial reports requested by the Client to be included in the Financial Package or provided to the Property Manager and/or Board of directors

Qualification

GAAP accounting practicesFinancial Statement preparationMicrosoft Suite proficiencyAccounting degreeMulti-tasking abilityOral communication skillsWritten communication skills

Required

Associate's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and 5 years' experience required

Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting practices

Works effectively with coworkers, clients, customers, and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; addresses problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions

Must possess a high energy attitude and an ability to multi-task/prioritize different projects at any given time

Superior oral and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite including Outlook, Excel, and Teams