Staff Accountant

What You’ll Do:

As a Staff Accountant, you’ll be responsible for the monthly accounting and financial reporting processes for a portfolio of institutional, private real estate multifamily communities.

Where You’ll Work:

Located in downtown Columbus, Ohio, our corporate offices overlook the Columbus Commons, which plays host to over 200 events throughout the year. Enjoy the building’s fitness center and rooftop terrace with adjoining clubroom and walk to some of the city’s best restaurants and downtown amenities.

Your Responsibilities:

Daily, Monthly, and Annual responsibilities include:

Month-end close, reporting and analysis

Property budgeting and cash forecasting

General ledger review and maintenance

Monthly and/or Quarterly variance explanations

Bank reconciliations

Management Fee calculation per property management agreements

Vendor invoice and disbursement review

Maintain asset additions/disposals and reconcile the balance in the fixed asset system to the general ledger

Review lender and operational agreements, ensuring all reporting requirements are met

Calculate and analyze monthly/quarterly partner distributions per operating agreements

Recording of escrows, capital expenditures, depreciation, and equity contributions/distributions

Serve as a trusted information resource to department leaders and the internal operations, asset management, and acquisitions team

Maintain department policies and best practices

Assist in creating and executing detailed financial analysis and ad-hoc departmental projects

Other duties as directed and assigned

Who You Are:

A detail-oriented individual. You pay attention to the small things that make a big difference. You look at information with a discerning eye to ensure its accuracy. You understand the importance of editing and proofreading your work to ensure it’s done right.

A masterful executor. You get things done. You fervently plan to meet deadlines and achieve goals. You manage tasks in a fast-paced environment with many moving pieces and stakeholders, and ensure goals reach or surpass the finish line.

A supportive team player. You work effectively with others and go above and beyond to support the needs of your fellow coworkers. You are reliable and flexible and communicate effectively by communicating issues and challenges, listening, compromising, and seeking feedback.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

2+ years of accounting experience

Previous real estate accounting, tax, or GAAP experience within the areas of private investment and/or property management strongly preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in RealPage or similar property management accounting software preferred

Ability to sit at a desk for 8+ hours a day

Coastal Ridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information on our company culture and benefits visit coastalridge.com/our-culture