Accountant 3 (5-7 years)

We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented accounting specialist to support financial operations for a Contract position based in Saint Louis, Missouri. This role partners closely with finance and property leadership to keep records accurate, produce dependable reporting, and help manage day-to-day accounting activity in a fast-paced environment. The position calls for strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working with clients, operations teams, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:
• Manage end-to-end accounting activities, including account analysis, journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and support for cash activity, payables, and receivables.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports that meet internal standards and client expectations while maintaining accuracy under demanding deadlines.
• Review transaction data, investigate variances, and use spreadsheets and accounting systems to identify issues and support informed financial decisions.
• Maintain complete and accurate accounting records by applying established procedures for documentation, research, and financial reporting.
• Monitor compliance with company financial policies and communicate concerns, irregularities, or process improvement opportunities to management.
• Support internal and external audit requests by organizing records, supplying documentation, and responding to questions in a timely manner.
• Oversee billing, invoicing, cash receipts, budget-related tracking, vendor payments, payroll support, and other assigned financial administrative tasks as needed.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to accountants or coordinators, assist with onboarding and training, and help lead team meetings or project-based assignments.
• Collaborate with financial managers, property or facility teams, and corporate partners to resolve accounting matters and ensure smooth financial operations.

Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with full-cycle accounting, including reconciliations, accruals, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze data, organize large volumes of information, and produce accurate reports.
• Experience using accounting databases or ERP platforms; familiarity with Yardi or real estate accounting software is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain accounting issues clearly to various stakeholders.
• Proven ability to prioritize a high-volume workload, maintain accuracy, and exercise sound independent judgment.
• Knowledge of audit support, billing processes, budgeting activities, and financial documentation best practices.

Compensation

Based on experience

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