Sr. Accountant - Multifamily Development

Jrp-Atlanta - Alpharetta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Alpharetta, GA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to help lead our accounting team focusing on property level financials, systems management (Procore, Yardi) and manage development budgets. This position is critical in ensuring the financial integrity of our multifamily development projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing monthly draws for construction loans, working closely with construction management to process pay applications, and ensuring that all supporting documentation is provided. As the primary administrator for YARDI, you will manage treasury functions with banks and YARDI, prepare monthly financial statements and analyses in accordance with GAAP, and generate monthly and quarterly variance reports. Additionally, you will prepare lender reporting packages, record monthly adjusting and accrual entries, and collaborate with Asset Management and Property Management teams on various operational reporting initiatives as necessary. In this role, you will also assist in tax return preparation and potentially audits, process weekly check runs (both manual and integrated), and review and post accounts payable. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate or development accounting, particularly in multifamily or Build-to-Rent (BTR) sectors. You will be expected to take a granular, hands-on approach to your responsibilities, demonstrating a proactive attitude and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Your communication skills should be upbeat and open, as you will be known for bringing humor, energy, and creativity to the business and community arenas. We are looking for someone who is recognized within their current company and the industry for their integrity, ethical grounding, and professional bearing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly draws for construction loans.
• Work with construction management to process pay applications and ensure all supporting documentation is provided.
• Serve as the primary administrator for YARDI.
• Manage treasury functions with banks and YARDI.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and analyses in accordance with GAAP.
• Generate monthly and quarterly variance reports.
• Prepare lender reporting packages.
• Record monthly adjusting and accrual entries.
• Collaborate with Asset Management and Property Management teams on operational reporting initiatives as necessary.
• Assist in tax return preparation and potentially audits.
• Process weekly check runs, both manual and integrated.
• Review and post accounts payable.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of real estate or development accounting experience, preferably in multifamily or Build-to-Rent.
• 3-5 years of experience with Yardi.
• Four-year bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• College-level math and reasoning skills.
• MS Office experience including advanced knowledge in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently in a professional and flexible manner.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, non-bureaucratic organization.
• Strong communication skills, with a focus on being upbeat and open.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in Build-to-Rent development or commercial development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits available.