Description

The Company FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.   Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical and dental coverage, career training, and support for continued professional development.   Experience being part of a high-performing team with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential. Job Description The Jr Accountant contributes to the success of the Client Accounting team by assisting with monthly financial statements and annual budgets for their assigned Rental Properties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by positions in this job classification. Not all duties assigned are included.

• Organize and maintain files using database and spreadsheet programs.
• Retrieve and organize data into required reporting formats.
• Research, identify, and communicate key variances relating to financial and operational metrics.
• Provide ad-hoc financial and operational analysis to support business decisions.
• Participate in annual budget process.
• Support the Financial Analyst in all financial aspects of the Portfolio which includes Monthly Financial Statement preparation, Budget Input, Loan Calculation, Special Assessment Budget and Reconciliation.
• Coordinate with other members in the team to meet monthly cutoff procedures.
• Work with the assigned Community Managers to ensure that the financial information is accurate, assisting with any financial consultation service required by our clients.

Knowledge, Skills & Proficiencies To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Two years of accounting/finance experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite with a strong focus in Excel.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, communication, and team-oriented skills.
• Able to work well in a fast-paced, growth environment.

Knowledge & Proficiencies

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
• Interact effectively, communicate clearly, and understand meeting the needs of others.
• Excellent organization, planning, motivation and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking, complex problem solving, judgment, and decision making ability.
• Must have a strong work ethic and be detail-oriented with excellent multitasking skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Ability to work with sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently and be self-drive

Disclaimer The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.