Job Description

POSITION:  GL Accountant

REPORTS TO:  Sr. Controller, Client Accounting

LOCATION: Irvine, CA

JOB SUMMARY: Ensure the timeliness, accuracy and the preparation of financial statement packages for about 40 different associations each month. Performs multiple bank account reconciliations each month. Prepare necessary budget documents required for annual disclosure for assigned associations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Interacts with account executives to review financial statements and responds to their questions regarding specific items such as banking and other financial activities.
• Responsible for input of all general ledger journal entries.
• Prepares monthly association preliminary financial statements and makes any necessary adjustments to preliminary financials as deemed necessary by the account executive, board or other research.
• Prepares monthly final financial packages, which includes a table of contents, and any other special reports the board of directors has requested.
• Completes financial production checklist accurately.
• Reconciles bank accounts on a monthly basis.
• Monitors reserve funding for timeliness and accuracy.
• Input system updates to accounting system: chart of accounts, financial statement formatting, job streams, reporting codes, GL notes, accounting periods, set-up new entities, bank codes, overhead calculations, consolidate entities.
• Performs necessary month-end duties such as: record cash transfers that need to occur between entities; updating maturing CD's; initiate transfers of capital contribution receipts to segregated savings account; level assessment; budget transfers; record unfunded reserves on balance sheet; bad debt JE adjustment.
• Perform necessary year-end duties such as: close year-end associations; analysis of reserve funding status; implement new budget; reallocate reserves per Board approved reserve study
• Records banking transactions as per the account executive's board-authorized instructions (reserve transfers/withdrawals, opening/closing bank accounts and/or other types of investment instruments)
• Performs additional banking duties for the association (operating transfers/withdrawals, interest check deposits, other check deposits, safekeeping guidelines)
• Maintains financial computer information files in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Write correspondence to the standards established by the company.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Applications, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Applications, (Outlook, Access, Excel and Word).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational skills and ability to multi task
• Ability to adapt to fast paced environment and prioritize tasks
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Accounting degree preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Proficient in English.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Excellent general math skills.

REASONING ABILITY

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift 40lbs.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.
• Must be able to move around the office.
• Must be able to hear in order to communicate with client base.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics are normal office conditions.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasional overtime may be required.
• Consistent and regular attendance required.

ABOUT US:

FirstService Residential is North America's foremost property management firm. Our dedication, responsiveness and integrity are why thousands of communities across the U.S. and Canada choose FirstService Residential to manage their properties.  We have expertise working with complex communities with large budgets and numerous amenities. In addition, we manage commercial associations and mixed-use developments, as well as multi-family and investor-owned rental and REO properties for institutional and private equity clients.

We're all about our associates, and as we continue to grow, we're looking for even more quality people who share our dedication to doing what's right, improving residents' quality of life, building great relationships and truly making a difference for their clients, their colleagues and themselves. Is that you? If so, apply today or join our community and learn more about FirstService Residential.

To learn more about our company and culture, please visit www.fsresidential.com/california

FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.

Keywords: accounting, accountant, general ledger, AP, AR

Company Description

FirstService Residential is North America's foremost property management firm. Our dedication, responsiveness and integrity are why thousands of communities across the U.S. and Canada choose FirstService Residential to manage their properties. We have expertise working with complex communities with large budgets and numerous amenities. In addition, we manage commercial associations and mixed-use developments, as well as multi-family and investor-owned rental and REO properties for institutional and private equity clients.