Entry Level Staff Accountant Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Lundy Management Group, LLC, A Lee & Associates Property Management Company

Job Description: Staff Accountant 1

LMG has a hybrid work environment. After on-site onboarding, an employee can work remotely up to 3 days with manager approval. An on-site presence is preferred for a couple of days of the week, with the goal of building relationships and collaborating with internal personnel.

Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, SIMPLE IRA with Employer Match, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Profit-Sharing Program, Paid Holidays, Flexible Vacation Days, Personal/Sick Days, Family Leave, Career Education Reimbursement.

Position Overview: We are a well-established full service commercial property management firm serving the Triangle and other predominant geographies across North Carolina. We take pride in our commitment to delivering top-tier financial and property management services to our clients. We are looking for a candidate with strong communication and interpersonal skills who is ready to join our team as an entry level staff accountant.

Responsibilities: This position will play an integral role in supporting the financial operations and reporting for LMG and its portfolio of commercial real estate entities. This position will collaborate closely with the property management team to ensure the highest standard of financial excellence for our clients.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Weekly or as often as needed during the week
  • Posting dues receipts, rent receipts, and comparing them with expected revenue for each entity/property.
  • Collecting all income due and reporting any problem accounts or delinquencies.
  • Assist in timely completion of deposits to optimize cash management.
  • Reviewing and entering approved invoices into the software, (Yardi).
  • Maintaining and communicating up-to-date information, including rent rolls, budget comparisons, and property specific data for current leases.
• Monthly
  • Reconciling bank accounts and reporting any deficiencies.
  • Monitoring revenues for each entity, review and issuing notices for any accounts receivable delinquencies.
  • Collaborating with property managers to collect revenue.
  • Facilitating outgoing checks or EFT payments to external vendors.
  • Preparing monthly financial reports and updates for client communication and submitting to VP of Finance for review.
• Quarterly
  • Preparing required reviews of income and expense actual performance against projected performance and notifying VP of Finance of any significant variations.
  • Reviewing budgets and overall financial health of the properties with respective property management team.
• Yearly
  • Preparing year-end tax reporting and assist with any audits.
  • Collaborating with property management in preparing projected budgets for income and expenses and update as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Experience in Property Management Accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (or equivalent work experience.)
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and in Yardi accounting software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and upholding the highest ethical standard in financial management.

Note: The Staff Accountant is an employee at will.

If you are a dedicated and detail-oriented individual looking to kickstart your career in accounting with a reputable company, we encourage you to apply for the Staff Accountant position at Lundy Management Group, LLC.