Staff Accountant

This position maintains the business transactions and General Ledger accounts of the property entities in an assigned portfolio, applying the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) that includes analytical work and review of financial records. Individual must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment, have a strong customer service ethic, and exemplary attention to detail, communication skills and analytical capacity.

Your role as part of our Paragon family

• RECEIVABLES AND COLLECTIONS:
  • Perform a variety of accounting tasks and paperwork processing to ensure timely and accurate record keeping of monies deposited to respective bank accounts, charges/credits posted to resident ledgers, refunds paid to past residents, balances forwarded to collections and paperwork for cases filed through the attorneys/courts for the properties in the assigned portfolio 

• PAYABLES:
  • Perform the processing and recording of accounts payable transactions and ensure that all invoices and staff reimbursements are paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures.

• GENERAL ACCOUNTING:
  • Monitor, collect, and analyze data to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records; ensure compliance with applicable standards (i.e. GAAP) and Paragon rules, regulations and systems of internal control; interpret and evaluate results, prepare general ledger entries, documentation and/or reports as needed.
  • Work closely with the Property Manager from each site within assigned portfolio providing assistance, guidance, and collaboration on issues that arise and keep Regional Manager and CFO informed as appropriate.
  • Verify and post details of general transactions, such as funds received and disbursed. [Resident ledgers, General Ledger] Record inter-company transactions when necessary for phased properties to move funds, adjust ledgers, and insure financial integrity of Resident Ledgers and financials for the properties involved.
  • Reconcile bank statements monthly. [Operating and Security Deposit accounts]
  • Monthly reconciliation of receivables and payables balances to Trial Balance, Analytics Reports, etc.
  • Monthly reconciliation of liabilities (security deposits, club house deposits, accelerated rent, accrued expenses, etc.) to ensure accurate balances recording adjusting and reclassification journal entries, if necessary.
  • Perform general account analysis and reconciliations.
  • Assist the CFO with the day-to-day, monthly and year-end operations of the Accounting Department including conducting analyses and preparing analytic reports as needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

•  At least 2 solid years of general accounting experience and 5 of cumulative relevant experience (accounting operations, receivables, payables, etc.)
• Passing score of 75% or higher on the Paragon Accounting Skills test
• 2-5 years of experience in the multi-family industry preferred.
• Associate Degree (or equivalent) in accounting/finance.
• Demonstrate a proficient level of professional skill and/or knowledge in accounting and keep current with developments and trends. Knowledge and ability to use applicable information technology and systems to meet work needs.
• Demonstrated analytical aptitude to quickly identify problems and solve effectively.
• Familiarity with internet based property management and accounting applications.
• YARDI experience preferred.
• Computer proficiency, including MS Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must demonstrate core to intermediate Excel skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to process hands-on detail-oriented tasks and ensure accurate record-keeping,
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate issues to all levels of management and collaborate with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to take direction from multiple sources while effectively managing priorities.
• Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations.
• We are a drug-free workplace and pre-employment background check, drug screening and physicals are required before employment begins.

Paragon offers an outstanding benefits package

• Comprehensive medical, dental and optical insurance with a minimal waiting period