Staff Accountant - Berman

Orlando, FL 32827

About the Job

Job Title: Staff Accountant (Property Management)
Position: Full-time, Exempt
Compensation Range: $50,000 - $55,000
Reports To: Real Estate Accounting Manager

About Berman:
Berman is a leading provider of property management and facility services. Since 2006, we have been trusted by clients to manage millions of square feet of commercial and other property types. Our mission is to deliver exceptional service by prioritizing the well-being and growth of our employees, which ultimately leads to the highest level of client satisfaction. If you're driven by a strong work ethic, a passion for success, and a commitment to excellence, Berman could be the right place for you.

We believe in fostering a culture of growth, support, and teamwork. If you're looking to build a career with room to grow and a team that values each member's contributions, Berman is where you want to be.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to manage CAM (Common Area Maintenance), budgets, and financial reporting for assigned properties. This full-time position operates on a Monday through Friday schedule (8 AM - 5 PM).

Key Responsibilities:

General Accounting Duties:

Print and post-check batches.
Prepare and review monthly financials.
Assist in CAM reconciliation (mid-year and year-end), including preparing reset letters.
Review and enter tenant leases and amendments into the system.
Reconcile bank statements.
Prepare and submit monthly sales tax reports.
Post monthly rent payments and compare actuals to budgeted figures.
Prepare journal entries.
Review open work orders and coordinate with the team on invoice status and work completion.
Prepare monthly accruals, depreciation, and balance sheet items.

Accounts Receivable (AR) Duties:

Manage collections, including making calls and reporting on collection issues.
Post payments (electronic or check), and maintain payment portals.
Deposit checks as needed.
Prepare monthly AR reports and research tenant accounts.
Assist with resetting letters and mail statements when required.
Maintain AR files in SharePoint.

Accounts Payable (AP) Duties:

Upload invoices to Nexus software, ensuring proper coding and approval.
Review invoices for budget alignment.
Post and approve recurring payments.
Maintain AP files in SharePoint.
Generate monthly AP reports and track unbudgeted items.
Prepare payment batches and notify when they are ready for processing.
Assist with special projects as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Solid understanding of financial accounting principles.
Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Yardi, QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.

Education & Experience:

Associate degree in Accounting - Bachelors preferred.
Preferred minimum 3 years of experience using Yardi.
Preferred at least 3 years of experience in a similar accounting role.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed.

Source : Berman