Accounting Project Manager - Habitat America

Habitat America is a third-party property management company, largely based in the Mid-Atlantic region, with its corporate headquarters in Annapolis, Maryland. Habitat America is committed to providing the highest standard of service in every aspect of property operations to our apartment community owners in market rate, affordable multi-family and senior real estate. We are seeking a driven, hardworking, pleasant individual to join our company as our Accounting Project Manager.

To be successful as a project accountant, you should possess extensive experience in accounting, prior property management experience desired.

Project Accountant Responsibilities:

• Act as a partner to internal and external business teams by providing qualitative and quantitative accounting/financial oversight, supporting the shared responsibility of upholding the financial health and wellbeing of a portfolio of communities.
• Identify and implement process improvements that will benefit the accounting team and the organization. Establish sound processes and policies as needed to ensure proper controls and efficient processes.
• Act in mentorship role to junior associates on accounting team, providing technical and professional guidance/oversight to promote development and career progression.
• Analysis of monthly financial statements
• Produce monthly, quarterly, or annual reporting for internal purposes
• Prepare monthly cash distributions and related reporting for investors and partners
• Initiate monthly payments for debt service, owner distributions, etc.
• Work with third party auditors on year-end tax and audit requests
• Communicate with property owners and personnel as necessary
• Support / collaborate with other departments on asset acquisitions, dispositions, monthly draws, and cash management needs
• Work as a team player in evaluating and resolving complex financial issues and discrepancies, as needed
• Lead and/or participate in special projects and initiatives as needed.

Project Accountant Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, or similar.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred
• Prior property management accounting experience desired
• 2-5 years' experience as a project accountant, or similar.
• Proficiency in electronic accounting systems, such as Yardi.
• Advanced proficiency in managing general ledgers, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• In-depth knowledge of best practices in accounting in accordance with GAAP.
• Ability to work with strict deadlines in a high volume and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision as well as in a team environment.

HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE OFFERED - 2 days WFH (after 90 day probation), 3 days in office.