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Shinda Management Corporation Senior Accountant in Queens Village, New York
Senior Accountant
About the Organization For over three decades, SMC has been in the forefront of proven, quality real estate property management services in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area. Our property management portfolio consists of rental housing for family and senior residents, developments funded by the low-income housing tax credit program, government assisted rental housing and rent stabilized properties.We care about your concerns and take excellent care of your property. As Owners, we understand that 'good management doesn't cost, it saves'. SMC is dedicated to providing quality property management services at every level of our organization. Every member of our team strives to fulfill our vision of excellent customer services to both our clients and residents. We pledge our commitment to providing quality Real Estate Property Management and Consulting Services.Our Vision: Investing in our people, our properties and our communities to build a lifestyle of prosperity.Our Mission: We're determined to maintain a thriving culture. We are focused on enhancing team effectiveness. We promote individual and collective growth within the community by redefining affordable housing.
Description
Job Purpose / Summary:
The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring that financial statements are in line with owner's requirements and industry standards. Working under the direction of the assistant controller, the Senior Accountant reviews the financial reports to assure that they meet standard accounting principles, state and federal regulations and government policies. This position oversees the accounting team and assures they are keeping up with their individual responsibilities.
Role and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Oversee the accounting team's day-to-day activities
Audits monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements to ensure that all accounting transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with industry standards
Prepares monthly journal entries
Review financials for budget variances and balance sheet anomalies
Maintain Excel spreadsheets to assist auditors in the year-end audit process
Assists with the financial planning, forecasting and budgeting processes
Oversee the Properties' year-end audits and liaison with the independent auditors
Work interdepartmentally to achieve the overall goals of the company
Liaison with outside owners, asset managers and government oversight agencies
Assists executive team with a variety of tasks as needed
Training of accounting staff to ensure they are ready for advancement to higher positions
Pay: $70,000-80,000 per year
Position Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum of 3 years accounting experience; public accounting and business experience preferred
BA/BS in accounting
CPA or an MBA is a plus
Strong knowledge in Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable. Payroll Processes knowledge is a plus.
Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
Technical and comprehensive knowledge of all finance, financial planning, and accounting areas of a business including an excellent understanding of GAAP
Real Estate experience a must, and affordable housing experience a plus
Yardi Software experience preferred
Excellent computer skills including all MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) required
Demonstrated professional demeanor, and the ability to maintain confidential information
Location Akida Corporation
EOE Statement Shinda Management Corporation is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Shinda Management Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Full-Time/Part-Time -unspecified-
This position is currently accepting applications.