Portfolio Accountant - Hybrid - Des Moines Iowa
Des Moines, IA 
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Job Details
Job Location
Des Moines IA Area - Des Moines, IA
Remote Type
Hybrid
Position Type
Full Time 30-40 hours per week
Education Level
High School
 
Salary Range
$28.00 - $33.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Up to 25%
Job Shift
Day Monday - Friday
Job Category
Accounting
Company Information

At BH Management Services, we are committed to creating value. We acquire, improve and manage apartment communities, and our success in this endeavor is evidenced by our growth from a start-up firm in 1993 to one of the largest multi-family management companies in the nation. BH understands that great customer service is what keeps residents satisfied, and that great service comes from engaged, happy and well-trained team members. In 2018 and 2017, BH was ranked as one of FORTUNE magazine and Great Place to Work's "Best Workplaces for Women." BH was also ranked in 2018 and 2020 as one of the "Best Workplaces for Millennials." In addition, in 2019, BH was named to the 100 "Best Workplaces for Diversity." We continue to recognize that we are only as strong as each individual employee and we value our employees by providing a strong benefit package:

  • 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
  • Medical/ Dental/ Vision
  • 401(k) + company match
  • Birthday Paid Day Off
  • BH Gives Back (Paid Volunteer Time Off)
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • BH Paid Leave
  • Sabbatical
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
Qualifications

Position Summary:

The Portfolio Accountant (Internally known as Staff Accountant) is responsible for learning to oversee the day-to-day accounting functions for a portfolio of multifamily properties. The Staff Accountant will analyze the general ledger activity, prepare monthly financial statements, and manage cash position of a portfolio. Represents the company in a professional and courteous manner.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Responsible for portfolio of multifamily rent properties; analyzing general ledger activity to ensure revenue and expense are correctly recognized and prepared in agreement with the client requirements and the applicable accounting principles.
  • Prepares monthly financial statements for the assigned portfolio to ensure an accurate representation of the companys financial position; including but not limited to closing entities books on a monthly basis, preparing journal entries, balance sheet and income statement analysis and reconciliation.
  • Manages cash position of portfolio; calculating distributions per client requirements, committing cash to approved payables and communicating any cash deficits for funding.
  • Manages capital escrows, verifying repairs are completed on a timely basis, and submitted per terms of loan agreements.
  • Completes bank reconciliations on a monthly basis and assists in the detection/correction of adjustments in a timely manner.
  • Completes special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications/Skills:

  • 4-year accounting degree, or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of standard accounting practices and procedures
  • Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office application skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment

Desired Qualifications/Skills:

  • Bachelors or Associates degree in Accounting or Related Field

BH/B.HOM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We foster the diverse voices of our community by advocating for inclusivity, celebrating our differences, and continually evolving our practice to make BH/B.HOM a better place to work and live.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
Day Monday - Friday
Salary and Benefits
$28.00 - $33.00 Hourly
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
4+ years
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