Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Financial Specialist to join a growing real estate organization with multiple affiliated companies in the Lehigh Valley area, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, support core accounting operations, and contribute to payroll, commission, and compliance activities across the business. This position is well suited for someone who thrives in a multi-entity environment and brings a careful, organized approach to financial administration.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee close activities across several related entities, including preparing entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles.

• Review bank activity and general ledger records to identify discrepancies, confirm accuracy, and keep financial data current.

• Maintain schedules and records related to fixed assets, depreciation, leases, loans, and company-owned properties.

• Support tax-related processes by compiling filing data, assisting with notices, and coordinating annual 1099 preparation for applicable agents and vendors.

• Assist with payroll administration by reviewing reports, verifying data, and helping ensure employee compensation and deductions are processed correctly.

• Administer commission accounting by calculating payouts, monitoring agent-related transactions, and confirming charges align with internal records.

• Manage recurring financial operations such as intercompany allocations, internal billings, loan payments, banking transfers, and selected wire activity.

• Investigate vendor issues and other account discrepancies, while also supporting compliance tasks such as unclaimed property reporting and fraud review procedures.

• Partner with leadership, external accountants, and internal departments on financial reporting needs, operational initiatives, and special projects.

• Provide guidance and day-to-day support to finance team members to promote consistent processes and accurate work output.

Qualifications:

• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or finance, ideally within real estate or a multi-company business structure.
• Strong understanding of general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and period-end close procedures.
• Familiarity with payroll review, financial reporting, and commission-related accounting responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across different entities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and organization.
• Proficiency with accounting software and advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Solid analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for working with both internal teams and external partners.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and supporting compliance-related financial tasks.
• Detail-oriented approach to handling sensitive financial information with discretion and attention to detail.

Compensation

$55,000.00-$65,000.00 Yearly

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