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Job Overview:

The Accounting Lead is a key leader who works closely with the Controller and accounting team to ensure the accurate, timely and efficient delivery of financial information to MarWest Commercial clients.

The successful candidate will have 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, have broad experience in general ledger accounting, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation: $67-72k

FirstService Residential will compensate the successful candidate in accordance with the posted range. The salary or wage paid to the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience, education, and specific job responsibilities. For positions designated at a client's property, the salary or wage will also be premised upon the client's directive. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Job Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting

• Coordinates with the Accounting leadership team to ensure quarterly & monthly financial statements are prepared in a timely and accurate manner.

• Assists with the monthly & quarterly financial statement review process.

• Interact with Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP) and Banking departments to ensure variances are analyzed and corrected .

• At times, may assist with the financial production efforts when coverage is needed.

• Attention to detail to identify potential errors or areas of risk including: variances to budget, linkage to supporting schedules, lingering bank reconciliation items, cash shortages, proper coding of general ledger activities/coding, investment management opportunities, etc.

• Work closely with the Controller to identify any areas of concern relating to financial production efforts and work to rectify/provide additional resources ensuring timely and accurate financial statement delivery.

• Assists with new client accounting transitions – review of financials, creation of the trial balance and beginning AR balances, new entity configuration within the accounting system, opening of bank accounts

Operational Support

• Work closely with other support teams (AP, AR, Operations) on key deliverables and resolve issues as they arise. Client retention is a key measure of success, so performance issues need to be surfaced with functional management as soon as possible.

• Assist with client investment requests – opening of money market accounts or purchase of CDs

• Provide generalized and ad-hoc training to Property Managers as needed.

• Attend Board/Finance Committee meetings when appropriate. Collaborate with Property Management teams and clients to be able to present important issues to the client along with appropriate recommendations.

• Partner with CPAs on tax matters as appropriate.

• Demonstrate understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties requirements to drive implementation of best practices.

• Prepare and maintain procedures for specific job duties.
• Liaison with IT and other departments on various projects, initiatives and process improvements impacting the Accounting functions, as needed and assigned, including future migration from Jenark to a new platform as approved by MarWest leaders and corporate.
• Participate in special projects as needed & other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Excellent relationship skills with external and internal clients; is persuasive and patient, listens well. Is willing to address concerns with colleagues in a straightforward, open, honest and respectful manner.

• Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines; committed to getting the job done.
• Able to prioritize and use sound judgment and decision-making.
• Creative and takes initiative; self-assigns ownership.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Applications, especially Word and Excel, including a working knowledge of complex Excel actions (e.g. pivot tables, v-lookups).
• Excellent oral presentation and written communication skills.
• Proficient in English

Education & Experience:

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of debits and credits
• College degree in business management or equivalent related experience.

Physical Requirements & Working Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift 25lbs.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard, and sorting.
• Must be able to move around the office, using office equipment, connecting with associates, etc.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in this position.
• Hours over and above 40 will occur

Hours over and above normal office hours will occur, including evenings, holidays, and some weekends. Schedule is subject to change based on business needs.

Tools & Equipment Used:

• General office equipment

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans (full time and part time 30+ hours)
• Part time 20+ hours qualify for dental and vision
• 401K match
• Time off including vacation, sick, and company paid holidays
• Pet insurance available
• Verizon discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Legal services
• Free emotional wellbeing and daily life assistance support for all associates
• Domestic partner coverage
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account

About Us:

FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.

Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development.

Disclaimer:

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.

FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws. All offers of employment with FirstService Residential are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.