Wheeler Real Estate Investment Trust

Property Accountant, Commercial Real Estate

Posted: 5 minutes ago

Job Description

WHLR is seeking to add a Property Accountant to our team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive, professional, and client-oriented attitude about the company with coworkers, tenants, clients and the public whether contact is by email, telephone or in person. SALARY RANGE: $55,000-$65,000. Benefits include paid life, short-, and long-term insurance, 401K with company match, as well as medical, dental, vision, pet, accident, and critical illness insurance plans. Other benefits include company paid time off, gym memberships, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about our company, please visit www.whlr.us. Essential Job DutiesPrepare all month-end journal entries to ensure financial statements reflect actual and complete results in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for all properties assigned.Coordinate the distribution of financial information amount internal and external parties as necessary (including lending institutions).Ensure compliance with SOX directed internal controls (appropriate reviews).Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and documents for month end financial reviews.Assist with Audit requests.Prepare straight-line rent calculations, acquisition journal entries for new properties, and lender escrow reimbursements.Update certain budget information as requested.Continuously consider new ways of performing roles and responsibility more effectively and efficiently.Perform other ad hoc analysis and assist with audit requests.            Experience, Requirements and Core CompetenciesSolid computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Avid, and MRI or similar.Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Ability to build strong internal and external relationships.High level of attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to work with little supervision and to seek help when needed.Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Qualifications and Education RequirementsAssociate's degree in accounting or related field required.1 to 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in commercial real estate or related industry.1+ years of experience with Property Accounting preferred.Key Words: Real Estate Investment Trust, REIT, Property Management, Accounting, CAM, Real Estate, SOX, GAAP, Reconciliation, Journal Entry, and SEC.

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