Senior Development Accountant

Description

Development Projects

• Perform a variety of duties related to the management of the developmental draw process for multiple on-going projects. This includes month-end closing of corporate and related party accounting records, journal entries, accruals, allocations of various indirect, office and project related costs.
• Review project cost activity to ensure accurate and consistent coding.
• Work closely with construction and development departments to enter and maintain project budgets in the accounting system and provide reporting on same.
• Work closely with Development Leadership to create and maintain and effective flow of information between accounting, finance, and development operations.
• Work with Development Accounting team on completion of Funding Draws for projects from various funding sources (banks, grants, etc.) via AIA documents and other required support.
• Work with internal stakeholders to close out projects upon completion.

General Accounting

• Prepare monthly trial balances and financial statements in accordance with GAAP for all applicable entities.
• Prepares journal entries as needed to record entries to appropriate general ledger accounts.
• Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts in all applicable entities.
• Maintain accurate and current accounting files.
• Actively look for ways to streamline and expedite monthly and other development accounting processes.
• Assist in annual audit preparation and year-end closing.
• As directed, attend various department and corporate meetings.
• Attend appropriate seminars and other training sessions for the purpose of updating knowledge.

Requirements

Skill & Knowledge Requirements

• Ability to analyze data and communicate results.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Familiarity with non-profit and cost accounting.
• Familiarity with multiple entities and related parties.
• Intermediate or Advanced Excel.
• Ability to work effectively as a representative of PSHHC to government agencies and the general public.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize workflow.
• Takes personal ownership over tasks and asks for help, when needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial data.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience in a comparable environment including working with sources of funding (draws), grants and contracts.
• Non-Profit accounting experience a plus, but not required.
• Experience in and general knowledge of, personal computers with a high level of proficiency using Excel, Word, Sage or equivalent accounting ERP Software.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting. Commensurate experience in lieu of advanced degree considered.

License/Certification Requirements

• CPA license preferred.
• Must possess a valid California driver's license, automobile liability insurance and have access to a reliable vehicle.