Staff Accountant

SDK is seeking a full‑time Staff Accountant to support the accounting team in managing the daily financial operations of its portfolio. Key responsibilities include maintaining the general ledger, processing accounts receivable, performing bank reconciliations, and preparing financial reports for both residential and commercial properties.

This position is based in Ridgewood, NJ.

About the Position

As the Staff Accountant, you will…

• Prepare and post routine journal entries, including reclasses, and monthly adjustments.
• Assist with maintaining the general ledger for the portfolio.
• Support month‑end and year‑end close processes, reporting and filings.
• Prepare payment batches and assist with vendor statement reconciliations as needed.
• Record resident receipts and assist with monitoring outstanding balances.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for operating and security deposit accounts.
• Assist with reconciling balance sheet accounts and investigating variances.
• Assist in preparing monthly property financial reports.
• Compile supporting schedules for income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
• Help gather documentation for audits, tax filings, and lender reporting.
• Assist with CAM (Common Area Maintenance) and other recoverable expense tracking.
• Enter and maintain data in property management/accounting systems.
• Help ensure data accuracy and compliance with internal controls.
• Support the team with ad hoc projects and assignments; complete work proactively.

About Your Professional Background & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in applying GAAP standards to financial reporting and analysis.
• 1-3 years of related experience; real estate experience strongly preferred.
• Proficient in reconciliations and multi‑entity reporting.
• Strong communication (both written and verbal), interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and operational accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Upholds high standards of confidentiality and exercises discretion with sensitive information.
• Naturally curious, proactive and solutions-oriented.
• Must demonstrate a consistent, reliable professional history supported by outstanding references.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with RealPage suite or similar property management accounting software is a plus.
• Must be able to work with any employer in the US without any restrictions whatsoever.

About Us, Benefits, Pay & Culture

SDK Apartments is a real estate investment, development and property management group with an established portfolio of residential communities and commercial properties across multiple states, with over 4,500 units.

SDK’s tradition of giving back to the community extends to the way we care for our residents and employees. Our unique backgrounds, perspectives and skills make us a truly diverse team. We collaborate effectively to achieve our goals and strive to be the best in our asset class. We embrace learning opportunities to further our personal and professional growth and support each other genuinely.

Our total rewards package includes competitive pay, a performance-based bonus, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, long term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, apartment discount program, flexible spending account, health savings account, a learning program, 401k with match when eligible, and the opportunity to work with the most dedicated team around!

The annualized gross base range for this position is $70,000 – $75,000 bonus eligibility. The actual compensation will be based on factors unique to the candidate, including direct years of experience and depth of knowledge.

SDK does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. SDK aims to foster and maintain a workplace where everyone can be their best selves, feel respected and included. Therefore, it’s our practice to actively and continually evaluate our people procedures so that we can offer the best possible experience to those interested in working with SDK. We encourage you to apply and look forward to meeting you. Good luck!

Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to phone inquiries. Only applications submitted through our official process will be reviewed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person