Staff Accountant

Ares Management is a company driven by its people and culture, focused on fostering an inclusive work environment. They are seeking a Staff Accountant to join their Property Accounting Team, responsible for day-to-day property accounting functions and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare direct bills, late fees, and one-time charges for tenants
• Maintain an accurate aging report, including application of tenant credits
• Review cash receipts prepared by Accounts Receivable Specialist daily
• Work closely with Accounts Receivable Specialist to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Correspond with Third-Party Property Managers regarding property operations
• Review accounts payable for accuracy
• Prepare month end journal entries
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and other duties as assigned
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reporting packages
• Prepare monthly CAM reconciliations
• Review and prepare yearly CAM reconciliations
• Assist with yearly budget preparation

Skills

• Knowledge of accounting to record accounting entries, analyze and interpret information, and make deductions from varying facts and circumstances required
• A motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical and communication skills is required
• The ability to multi-task in a highly dynamic environment and meet challenging deadlines is critical
• Requires the ability to self-manage, independently exercise professional and technical judgment, problem solve and take initiative
• An aptitude for Microsoft Office applications, including strong Excel skills required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance demonstrating a strong academic record during undergraduate studies required
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in a high-volume environment preferred
• Experience with Yardi and/or AvidXchange preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical/Rx
• Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) program with company match
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA)
• Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit
• Access to a world-class medical advisory team
• A mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry
• A mindfulness and wellbeing app
• Financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor
• New parent leave
• Reproductive and adoption assistance
• Emergency backup care
• Matching gift program
• Education sponsorship program

Company Overview

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