AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.
Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.
We are looking for a Construction and Development Staff Accountant to join our team.
The Staff Accountant’s overall responsibility is to complete the analytics for specific categories within the financial statements in a timely manner.
- Perform month-end accounting close for each community.
- Verify that all property job cost and general ledger accounts reconcile to supporting schedules.
- Generate monthly property financial statements for assigned communities, including preparation of journal entries, operating statement, balance sheet, and supporting schedules.
- Prepare monthly variance analysis and job cost reports.
- Investigate and resolve outstanding financial items for assigned communities.
- Review Development commitments and insurance certificates for compliance with policy.
- Review and code Development and Overhead invoices accurately and timely.
- Prepare monthly wire transfer and ACH payments.
- Participate in special projects to improve efficiencies.
- Additional duties and projects as assigned by management.
The Staff Accountant will be required to have an undergraduate degree in Accounting from an accredited business school.
In addition:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from an accredited business school required.
- 0-1 years of related work experience.
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Ability to work independently and under strict deadlines.
- Ability to develop strong analytical skills.
- Strong customer focus.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Real estate background desired but not required.
- Experience with Unifier and PeopleSoft desired but required.
- Willingness to work flexible hours (overtime may be required).