Fixed Asset & Construction Accountant

Description

Title:
Fixed Asset and Construction Accountant

Reports to:
Construction Accounting Manager

Salary:
$75,000 – $85,000 depending on experience

Position Summary:

Weidner Property Management is committed to teamwork, through a spirit of honesty, trust and mutual respect. While this job description is complete, some responsibilities may not be specifically addressed. Core responsibilities of Fixed Asset and Construction Accountant will include; monitoring expenses, allocating costs and ensuring project expenses are recorded accurately, maintaining fixed asset system, close jobs and determine treatment (expense or capitalize) for jobs, become go-to person for fixed assets inquires

Primary Responsibilities:

• Create or handle fixed asset due to acquisitions and dispositions in the Yardi, and on-going monitoring of depreciation and amortization
• Maintain fixed asset system for accounting, processing and reporting of the assets.
• Reconcile the balance in the fixed assets system to general ledger.
• Analyze job closings using technical guidance and company policies to determine whether to capitalize or expense the job costs.
• Assist in financial audit and tax filing activities.
• Lead closing of fixed asset ledger for all properties on an annual basis.
• Communicate with Regional Maintenance Directors and Regional Maintenance Supervisor on a regular basis in tracking of Capex project status
• Review contractors’ invoices and Job Cost report for accuracy and completeness.
• Vendor Contract creation, contract maintenance and tracking (administrative and accounting)
• Retention tracking for contractors
• Assist with lender construction draws
• Submit monthly package to Finance for Lender Compliance
• Invoice processing and check issuance
• Monthly AR processing and posting of associated income
• Assist in the preparation of month-end and year-end financial statements as they relate to Job Cost
• Ensure that costs are accurately allocated to the appropriate job codes and categories

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years experiencein accounting required
• Bachelor s degree with Accounting, Finance, Business, with good understanding of fixed assets required
• Strong analytical skills and ability to track and analyze various data as needed
• Strong proficiency in Excel and accounting software systems required
• Yardi software experience desired, but not required
• Extremely detailed and accurate at all times
• Construction Accounting and Fixed Asset Accounting experience required
• Understanding of Sales Tax requirements as it relates to construction in various jurisdictions preferred; manager will train new hire when needed
• Work well under pressure and deadlines while maintaining perspective and a sense of humor
• Work well will different personalities and team dynamics
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong motivation to learn and contribute on a daily basis
• Experienced in Microsoft products required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Follow Weidner s Mission, Vision and Values and comply with all Weidner policies and procedures as well as all Fair Housing, local, state, and federal laws
• Prompt, regular attendance; wear company dress code / uniform and maintain professional appearance at all times
• Work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment and/or independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail oriented, well organized
• Must agree to a criminal background check and sign an agreement for voluntary drug testing
• Valid and current driver s license, vehicle and vehicle insurance
• Ability to work 5 days a week in the Kirkland Home Office