Job Description

STAFF ACCOUNTANT I - ENTRY LEVEL

$42-48K

KANSAS CITY, MO

Bell & Associates has been engaged to assist our client in finding their next Staff Accountant. This is an entry-level accounting role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process payables for an assigned portfolio of properties, including the timely posting of invoices and issuing/distributing checks
• Fulfill reporting responsibilities to external parties, including investors, lenders, housing agencies, government entities, etc.
• Assist with preparation of annual property budgets; assist site staff in meeting respective budgets
• Prepare monthly accounting reports and associated work papers for assigned properties by the 15th day of the following month, or as instructed
• Complete bank reconciliations
• Prepare requests for reimbursement from capital expenditure reserves
• Prepare work product and/or retrieve documentation for public auditing firms; work effectively with firms to produce high-quality audited information
• Alert management of any irregularities or issues
• Maintain knowledge of current accounting practices and legal updates
• Other related tasks as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

· 1+ year of experience in accounting or finance preferred – internship experience accepted

· Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), project finance, and rental subsidy programs

· Accounting experience in real estate or affordable housing preferred

· Ability to work with a sense of urgency

· Ability to monitor own work to ensure quality and accuracy

· Experience in handling sensitive, confidential information

· Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

· Excellent customer service skills

· Strong administrative and data management skills

· Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook, and Adobe or similar

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting software (Yardi)

· Periodic overtime may be required

Company Description

Bell & Associates, Inc. was recently recognized by Forbes list of Best Professional Recruiting Firms in America - https://www.forbes.com/best-professional-recruiting-firms/list/6/#tab:overall BETTER TALENT. BETTER OPPORTUNITY. FIND IT HERE. Bell & Associates, Inc. is a recognized Executive Recruiting & Staffing leader based in Kansas City. We focus and specialize in the following practice areas - Accounting/Finance, Engineering, Executive Leadership, Financial Institutions, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Manufacturing/Operations Management. We provide top talent to our clients on a Direct Hire, Contract, and Contract-to-Hire basis. www.BellSearchFirm.com Apply at: http://www.bellsearchfirm.com/searchjobs-bell-associates.html