Job Description

The Senior Regional Accountant is responsible for providing accounting support for a smaller specialized portfolio. The Senior Regional Accountant holds subject matter expertise in a particular area of accounting, and is responsible for assisting Regional Accounting Managers with special projects as necessary. This role also is responsible for mentoring and training Regional Accountants. In addition, is responsible for preparing and reviewing monthly operating statements, monthly cash and/or bank reconciliations, and various mid-month reconciliations for their assigned portfolio.

What You'll Do:

Preparing monthly accounting records for a portfolio of communities - 30%

• Prepares and/or reviews monthly accounting records for a smaller specialized portfolio of communities
• Maintains a schedule of concessions given to residents and contractors that qualify for 1099 reporting.
• Reviews property transmissions, cash postings, etc.to ensure rental receipts are deposited timely.
• Prepares capital reclass packages which include obtaining appropriate approvals and all necessary backup.
• Prepares and reviews the monthly operating statements which include the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
• Performs detailed analysis of utility expenses and accruals and explains month over month variances
• Prepares and or reviews cash and/or bank reconciliations and other mid-month reconciliations.
• Maintains accounting files for month-end, mid-month reconciliations and other responsibilities where applicable (manual and electronic).
• Reviews Capital GL postings during month end reviews

Special accounting projects and subject matter expertise in a designated accounting area - 30%

• Prepares and submits on a timely basis all HUD, Section 8 and HOC filing requirements, where applicable.
• Prepares and or reviews Business Licenses to ensure timely filing and payment. Contact governing agencies where applicable.
• Prepares and or reviews Sales and Use tax filings (monthly, quarterly, yearly) to insure timely filing and payment. Contact governing agencies where applicable.
• Prepares and submits on a timely basis all replacement reserve requests, where applicable
• Assists external/internal auditors as requested.
• Prepares and submits cash flow mortgage payments, where applicable.
• Performs special projects as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Research and correct escalated and higher complexity accounting issues with the community, CBG (Central Business Group), and the Corporate office - 25%

• Notifies CBG of NSF returns and any other bank correction notice. Assists CBG staff with cash and/or bank research items, where applicable.
• Manages a reclass request spreadsheet and ensures the Regional Accountants are completing in a timely manner.

Assist with management of team, providing training and mentoring to Regional Accountants - 15%

• Assists Regional Accounting Managers with management of their teams.
• Performs on-going training to new hires within the department, as well as refreshers to existing employees
• Keeps up-to-date on policies, procedures/principles and EQR system application, and ensures this information is disseminated across the team timely

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance and at least 3-years applicable accounting experience (property accounting experience preferred). Excellent written/verbal communication skills essential. Must be able to organize, prioritize workload and work on numerous projects/tasks at one time. Computer literacy required. MS Office, Excel, Essbase preferred.

Working for Equity Residential (EQR), a leading multi-family real estate investment trust (REIT), means living our purpose: creating communities where people thrive. It means striving to provide the best in apartment living, speaking boldly about new ideas for innovation, and inspiring creativity in the ways we work together.

Our portfolio of high-quality properties in urban growth markets – New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Seattle, San Francisco, Southern California, and Denver – provides homes where people most want to live, work and play. We've got the best people in the business, as evidenced by our employee engagement scores and customer loyalty ratings. That’s why our employees say they are proud to work at Equity, a company that gives our residents a place where they can Live Remarkably, and offers a culture where our employees have the opportunity to thrive.

Equity Rewards

When you join Equity Residential, you won’t be treated as simply another employee — you will be considered a partner in our shared success. As such, we are committed to investing in your personal success through a benefits program that supports your Total Wellbeing.

We recognize that everyone has different needs outside of work. That’s why, in addition to a competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision and paid time off), we offer many unique benefits options to employees, like a comprehensive wellness program, pet insurance, new parent benefits, and paid time off for community service projects. In addition to your next job, you can also find your next home with us! Rent discounts on Equity Residential apartment homes are available to our benefits-eligible employees. The amount of the discount offered is determined based on the market, ranging upwards from 20%. Learn more about our Total Wellbeing program here.

Equity Values

At Equity Residential, like our residents, our employees come from everywhere. A richly diverse work environment captures top talent, cultivates the best ideas, and creates the widest possible platform for success. By focusing on inclusion, these differences are harnessed to create value — in ideas, business practices, relationships, and employee engagement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive.

All aspects of the employment process are merit-based. Every Equity employee is expected to maintain a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Equity Residential does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, sexual/gender identity/expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship status, military (including uniformed service member or protected veteran) status, marital status, genetic characteristic or information, ancestry or any other characteristic protected by law. Equity Residential also prohibits retaliation against individuals who report harassment or discrimination, or participate in investigations into such conduct.