Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Cincinnati, OH
Direct hire Full Time

Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant ensures accurate, timely financial recording and reporting for our client and its instrumentalities. This role directly manages the fixed asset register, high-volume bank reconciliations, bank transfers, and utility analysis to support operating subsidy filings.

Key Responsibilities

Fixed Assets

• Record asset acquisitions, dispositions, and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) transfers in YARDI.
• Maintain the fixed asset register, calculate depreciation, and manage supporting roll-forwards.
• Reconcile subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger and track capital budget expenditures.
• Partner with IT and Central Purchasing to assign tag numbers for assets and vehicles.
• Conduct periodic reviews for intangible asset impairments and prepare fixed asset audit schedules.

Reconciliations & Treasury

• Perform high-volume bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations using ADRA.
• Initiate, track, and record all bank transfers and wires.
• Assist in implementing Touchstone Properties bank accounts within ADRA.
• Prepare correcting journal entries and comprehensive variance analyses.
• Participate in monthly and year-end close processes, resolving reconciling items efficiently.
• Support inventory control by collaborating with the Warehouse team during physical counts.

Utility Analysis

• Maintain a detailed utility register tracking account/meter numbers, locations, and usage.
• Audit utility invoices, resolve billing discrepancies, and ensure timely processing.
• Partner with the Controller and utility companies to reconcile accounts.
• Implement and oversee automated billing workflows, ensuring all bills are uploaded into YARDI.

Reporting & Compliance

• Assist in preparing financial reports for Management, HUD, and the Board of Commissioners.
• Provide direct support for year-end, Financial, SEMAP, PHAS, and governmental audits.
• Document operational procedures and cross-train with other finance team members.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience (including 2+ years in bank reconciliations) OR 10+ years of full-cycle accounting experience including balance sheet reconciliations and close processes.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and GASB standards.
• Strong knowledge of governmental financial rules and regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software (YARDI and ADRA preferred).
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical capability, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.