Staff Accountant

Company: Bigos Management
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Job Description:

BIGOS MANAGEMENT IS PROUD TO BE NAMED A STAR TRIBUNE TOP WORKPLACE

IN 2023 FOR THE 9 th TIME

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Competitive benefit package, including HSA employer contribution, and starting 1 st of the month after hire
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Nine paid holidays, no waiting period to receive holiday pay
• Company paid benefits including Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance Program
• Rent Discount
• Life Time Fitness Membership discount
  
  SUMMARY
  
  The Staff Accountant is a blended position. This role serves as a business partner to property and corporate staff, assisting with all financial matters related to property management. The Staff Accountant processes bi- weekly payroll as well as coordinates accounting activities and processes for the organization under the direction of the Controller.
  
  Supports our employee-first culture and exemplifies our core values of relationships, development, quality, and responsibility.
  
  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
  ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Accounting
  • Reconcile and analyze communities' general ledgers for accuracy
  • Review and analyze communities' month-end reports ensuring compliance with Bigos Management policies and procedures
  • Prepare financial reporting - monthly, quarterly, and annually for both internal and external statement users
  • Facilitate statement users' understanding and accurate interpretation of financial results
  • Assist with year-end processes including audit, compilation, and tax services provided by public accountants
  • Maintain strong financial controls
  • Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements, enforce adherence to requirements and advise management regarding necessary actions
  • Maintain confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential
  • Communicate with colleagues, communities, and business partners in a courteous and professional manner Payroll
    • Perform all activities necessary to process payroll in a timely and accurate manner, including but not limited to maintaining related records, voluntary deduction reports, processing involuntary deductions such as levies and garnishments.
    • Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal wage and hour laws
    • Maintain accurate payroll records and prepare clear and accurate reports for auditing and operational use
    • Prepare yearly reports such as W2s Accounts Payable
      • Process and audit a high volume of invoices for assigned properties ensuring accurate approval and coding
      • Print/distribute vendor checks
      • Field vendor inquiries regarding payments
      • Consistently provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
      • Provide financial support to Owner including payment of invoices
      • Proof and process checks for Resident Security Deposit Returns
      • Prepare annual 1099s
        
        • Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs
          QUALIFICATIONS
          EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
          • Bachelor's degree with major coursework in Accounting or a related field, 2 years of financial accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job
          • Experience in the multi-unit real estate industry and experience preferred
          • Understanding of payroll and payroll tax laws
          • Computer equipment and software knowledge
          • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills
          • Yardi Voyager software experience preferred
          • Experience in ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
            • Fluent in English and skilled in oral and written communication
            • Ability to use tact, diplomacy and a clear, courteous manner when dealing with co-workers and the public
            • Excellent decision-making, problem solving, and time management skills
            • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously with self- direction
            • Attention to detail
            • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
            • Able to maintain confidentiality PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
              Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; strength to lift and carry files weighing up to 10 pounds; vision to read printed material and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in-person and over the telephone.
              Personal Protective Equipment : None
              Work Environment : Office working conditions
              
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