Accountant Job at Hamilton Zanze Real Estate Investments in San Francisco

Overview

Position: Accountant

Job Type: Full-time, exempt, hybrid (four days in office, one day remote)

Reports to: Senior Director, Finance

Location: San Francisco (Presidio)

Compensation: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00

Responsibilities

• Maintain journal entries, bank and general ledger reconciliations for partnership and fund investments and monthly closes.
• Record and reconcile investor capital activity and investment entity activity.
• Research and identify exceptions and problems affecting accounting records, communicate them to management, and provide corrective actions.
• Work with investor relations team to address investor inquiries or requests and ensure investor portal is up to date regarding capital contributions and distributions and assist team in maintaining investment records among accounting and investor portal systems.
• Coordinate with Asset Management and Property Management teams to facilitate property cash deposits, wire transfers, and internal inquiries.
• Perform daily cash reconciliations and ensure all transactions are recorded accurately on all platforms.
• Prepare investment funding requests, wires, and internal transfers, in a timely manner.
• Coordinate new banking account and services setup, handling bank inquiries and related matters.
• Assist in check deposits, verify amounts, and check accuracy of deposit slips.
• Monitor and orchestrate daily cash movement between multiple entities and accounts to ensure operational liquidity and cash flow.
• Maintain organized and thorough accounting documentation.
• Proactively suggest and implement process improvements and execute system implementations to support the company\'s growth.
• Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements and other regulatory filings.
• Respond to internal inquiries in a timely fashion and prepare ad-hoc reports requested by management/other departments.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) basis accounting required.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook required.
• Experience with real estate accounting; familiarity with Yardi is preferred.
• Strong problem solver with a willingness to learn and take on challenges.
• Self-starter, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Strong communication skills to interact with internal and external parties.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to juggle multiple projects with superb accuracy.
• Proven ability to work independently and to meet deadlines timely, accurately, and consistently.

Education and/or Training

Bachelor’s (or Master’s) degree, preferably in Accounting, or other related field

Compensation & Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional perks and wellness benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hamilton Zanze is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Discrimination or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.

How To Apply

Please apply through the job posting link provided or email your resume and cover letter to HR@hamiltonzanze.com with “Accountant” in the subject line. Applications submitted without both documents will not be considered.