Modern HR is an established and growing Professional Employer Organization (PEO) located in Burbank CA. We are currently seeking a STAFF ACCOUNTANT to join the team at one of our clients site located in WOODLAND HILLS, CA.

SUMMARY: The Staff Accountant assists the Accounts Payable Department with invoice review, processing, and filing; prepares monthly tenant rent deposits; and maintains Accounts Receivable, Revenue, and Tenant Security Deposit Schedules. Responsible for preparing monthly journal entries, financial statements, and monthly bank reconciliations. Assists with HUD annual audits and Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC) submissions, annual System for Award Management (SAM) reporting and other compliance filings, annual contract rent increases, and replacement reserve request filings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.  Reviews all HUD invoices for amounts due and signature approvals; researches any   discrepancies.
2.  Reviews Voucher & Edit Balance Report/data entry for accuracy.
3.  Reviews Cash Requirements Report with Assistant Controller and/or Controller.
4.  Communicates with and takes calls from vendors regarding payables, as needed.
5.  Communicates with Property Manager regarding vendor specific invoices.
6.  Makes operating account transfers.
7.  Assists with filing of all AP records.
8.  Maintains HUD Revenue, Tenant Accounts Receivable, and Security Deposits Schedules.
9.  Prepares monthly tenant rent deposits.
10.  Maintains all supporting documentation for General Ledger.
11.  Prepares monthly journal entries for review by Assistant Controller. Prepares monthly   financial statements after Journal Entries (JEs) are approved.
12.  Prepares monthly bank reconciliations and AP reconciliations; assists with inter-company   reconciliation.
13.  Files financial statements and supporting documentation in designated files.
14.  Assists with annual audits conducted by independent auditors required by HUD.
15.  Prepares all necessary audit schedules and reconciliations.
16.  Transmits audited financial reports through HUD REAC system by deadline set by HUD.
17.  Assists with preparation of annual operating budgets and all supporting documentation and   submit to Los Angeles HUD offices within time deadlines.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree. Minimum of five(5) years of work experience with general ledger accounting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1.  Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
2.  Ability to understand and follow directions.
3.  Must be customer service oriented.
4.  Excellent knowledge of and familiarity with MS Word and Excel.
5.  Ability to assess daily workloads and materials necessary to complete tasks.
6.  Efficient, effective, and performs as a self-starter. Manifests a proactive approach to position.
7.  Demonstrates attention to detail and strategic thinking, as well as investigative skills and ability to understand root causes. Ability to examine data closely and thoroughly, and to draw accurate   conclusions.
8.  Ability to work on multiple tasks and to plan and prioritize activities to achieve results and meet   deadlines.
9.  Treats people with respect and shows integrity in performing job duties. Upholds organizational   values and performs as a team player.
10.  Physical Demands: While performing the essential functions of this job, an employee is regularly