ApplyJob Type
Full-timeDescriptionHilltop Residential is seeking a highly motivated entry level Real Estate Accountant who will have responsibility for property level accounting duties, prepare monthly financial reports for a portfolio of multifamily investment properties, and assist with other accounting & finance related duties, as needed. This position reports directly to the Controller and will work very closely with asset/property managers, lenders and other third parties.Hilltop Residential was founded in 2017 and currently owns and operates over $2 billion of multifamily assets across major markets in the southeastern United States.At Hilltop Residential, we are proud of our vibrant culture.
We are a world-class real estate investment company that provides unparalleled excellence to our customers and investors. Hilltop is focused on creating an unforgettable experience not only as a great place to live, but also a great place to work, and we are honored to have received the recognition as a Great Place to Work four years in a row, as well as being named a Top Workplace by the Houston Chronicle.
Great Benefits
• Rapidly Growing Company with Opportunities for Promotion and Development • Competitive Pay • 401k with Company Match • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans • Paid Life Insurance • Employee Referral Program • Short and Long-Term Disability • Personal Time Off • Employee Rent Discount Program
Job Responsibilities
- Communicate effectively with Community Directors regarding accounting-related questions and property operations
- Demonstrate the ability to see the big picture beyond the accounting functions of the property and learn/understand property operations.
- Responsible for reviewing and posting entries to the general ledger for assigned properties
- Prepare monthly financial statement analysis according to GAAP with variance reporting
- Record monthly adjusting and accrual entries and reconcile general ledger accounts
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations noting any outstanding items for your manager
- Review the monthly operational reports. Verify balances tie and ensure changes from prior month reports are reasonable (e.g. Current month move-in's or move-out's, rent steps, etc.) before signing-off on Property’s monthly close-out
- Ensure timely payment of mortgages, property taxes, and insurance. Update schedules monthly and record needed journal entries
- Assist in the annual audit and tax return preparation as needed
- Additional duties as assigned by management
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required (or currently taking final classes required for degree completion)
- One year of general accounting experience preferred
- Organized and detail oriented
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel
This position is fully in-person at our Corporate Office located at 9651 Katy Freeway, Houston TX 77024 and reports directly to the Controller.
Applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications—not race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship or any other status or characteristic covered by federal, state or local law.
