Job description

POSITION: Staff Accountant

REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Property Accounting

BASIC FUNCTION:
Responsible for providing accurate and timely financial information on a portfolio of commercial properties to enable Property Managers and Owners to make sound operational and financial decisions as well as coordinating administrative functions as required by the Property Accounting Division.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct a monthly review and analysis of the balance sheets, income statements and cash flow reports on portfolio of properties.
• Prepare variance analysis reports for each property in portfolio by the 20th of the month following end of each quarter, or as often as dictated by management agreement.
• Prepare annual work papers, detailing account balances in accordance with sound accounting practices.
• Provide necessary schedules from work papers to tax firm to assist in the tax return preparation. Answers questions as needed.
• In conjunction with Asset Managers and Property Managers, prepares annual budgets for all properties in portfolio. Complete budgets according to the corporate budget calendar.
• Annually review CAM, Real Estate Tax, and Insurance billings in a timely manner to facilitate billings per lease requirements and prepares “what if” analysis as required.
• Review cash accounts and intercompany accounts routinely and supplies information regarding funding and cash needs to Owners. Ensure cash is available for operational needs.
• Initiate distributions in accordance with Partnership Agreements, as required.
• Provide support to Property Managers, Asset Managers and Owners in analyzing financial information.
• Record new loans and refinances, supplies lenders with financial statements as required, reviews debt service ratios and analyze escrow balances and submit appropriate paperwork for reimbursement.
• Maintain cash and accrual books, if required.
• Review, approve and ensure timely payment of mortgages and real estate taxes.
• Prepare documentation for lender in order to be reimbursed from escrows, as needed.
• Review and prepare monthly reporting packages to outside owners.
• Review invoices for proper coding.
• Maintain fixed asset system for deferred assets.
• Maintain a tracking system for the payment of annual and semi-annual real estate taxes.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or required.

SKILLS:

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Thrives in a teamwork environment
• Ability to communicate with co-workers, property owners and attorneys in a professional manner
• Enjoys a varied job experience
• Ability to provide innovative solutions to challenges and procedure updates
• Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
• Takes initiative with job duties and proactively seeks out help when needed
• Strong Excel skills and knowledge of MRI Software preferred
• Real estate experience preferred
• Accounting or Finance degree required

WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary - commensurate with experience
• Medical, Dental, Vison and Life Insurance
• 401(k) & 401(k) Match
• Eligible for discretionary annual bonus
• Generous paid time off
• Annual Reviews
• Positive Work Environment
• Opportunities for remote or hybrid work

Our employees love working here. On average, CASTO associates have been with the organization for 10+ years!

We are an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Successful completion of a background check is required for this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Columbus, OH 43215: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a degree in Accounting or Finance?

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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