Accountant

Job Description

Accountant | CFS

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a Boston based real estate company, located in Boston, MA. The company specializes in the acquisition, development, and management of diverse mixed-use urban projects, with a significant footprint of over 18 million square feet currently under development in the Boston area alone. This Accountant role is crucial for maintaining the financial integrity and operational efficiency supporting these substantial projects, ensuring accurate record-keeping and smooth financial operations. The organization is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, evidenced by a staff composed of half women and one-fourth people of color. The VP of Finance fosters an environment of continuous learning and growth, actively supporting cross-training and professional development for her team members.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Boston, MA
• Pay: $55000–$70000 yearly
• Team: Reports to the VP of Finance
• Mission: This individual will maintain accurate financial records and support the monthly close process for the company’s growing real estate projects.
• Tech Stack: Yardi

What You’ll Actually Do
• Monthly Close: Facilitate the monthly accounting close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Transaction Management: Process and manage daily financial activities including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash transactions.
• Bank Reconciliation: Maintain all company bank accounts and prepare comprehensive monthly reconciliations.
• Journal Entries: Execute accurate journal entries for applicable accounts, contributing to the overall accounting close procedures.
• Special Projects: Contribute to special accounting projects and initiatives as needed by the finance department.

The Must-Haves
• Background: An Associate degree in Accounting or Finance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (+2 years). This is an early-career role focusing on core accounting principles.
• Experience: A minimum of 2+ years of direct accounting experience, including familiarity with financial transaction processing and reconciliation.
• Skills: Proficiency in accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash management, bank reconciliation, and general journal entry preparation.
• Bonus: Preferred proficiency with Yardi software.