Accountant - Remote

JOB DESCRIPTION:

As an Accountant on our Property Management Client Accounting team, this role will be responsible for the full-cycle of accounting for various commercial real estate properties. The ideal candidate will be service oriented with client satisfaction as a top priority. This role will be positioned for career growth and personal development within our accounting team. This position can be full-time remote or positioned in one of our regional accounting hubs in Pittsburgh or Denver.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Prepares all aspects of the financial statement package for a set of commercial properties, including creating and posting journal entries, general ledger review and completion of back up schedules.
• Partners with property managers to ensure financials are accurate and delivered timely.
• Ensures all expenses, receipts, distributions, funding requests, and other accounting transactions for the period are accurately completed.
• Reviews and audits financial information to ensure compliance with established procedures and accounting principles.
• Responds to and resolves issues and requests from management teams and clients.
• Follows standard policies and procedures to ensure internal and external reporting requirements are consistently met.
• Participates in budget and forecasting functions for assigned property portfolio.
• Serves as the primary accounting point of contact to the clients and property managers for the assigned portfolio.

SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of previous accounting experience.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Experience with computerized accounting systems, specifically Yardi and/or MRI, a plus but not required.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Works effectively in a team environment through collaboration and partnership.
• Customer service-oriented mindset.
• Ability to analyze and problem solve effectively.
• Detail oriented with a strong focus on accuracy.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements

NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.