The Scion Group
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At Scion, we are defining the future of student living and we’re seeking a Property Accountant to join us in executing our vision. This position will manage general accounting functions for an assigned portfolio of Scion’s communities, providing excellent service to our onsite teams and interpreting financial narratives for effective business decisions.
The Senior Property Accountant will work in a fast-paced, agile, corporate environment. This position demands curiosity, an eye for detail, and a drive to provide support to others.
This position is based out of our central office in Chicago, IL and is fully on-site.
Benefits
Discretionary annual bonus
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k Matching
Paid Maternal Leave
Parental Leave
Learning reimbursement opportunities
Responsibilities
Maintain general ledgers in compliance with GAAP and update monthly.
Prepare applicable monthly journal entries.
Analyze and prepare monthly financials for assigned properties.
Execute monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
Research and report financial and operational variances.
Review revenue and contracts monthly.
Review month-end financials prepared by the Property Accounting Team and provide insight into variances to the Directors and Managers.
Provide support to the Operations team as needed regarding financial performance of assigned properties.
Responsible for monthly accruals, TRS entries, ground leases and completeness of Cap Ex review and proper tags.
Respond to auditor inquiries as requested.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 3-5 years of post-baccalaureate work experience in an accounting function; experience in Real Estate or Property Management is a plus.
Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with PMS systems such as Entrata is a plus.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Attentive to detail.
Manages multiple projects and meets goals and deadlines timely and consistently.
Versatile, flexible, and thrives in an environment where there are constantly changing priorities.
Commitment to excellence and high standards.
Works well with all levels of management.
Works well independently and as a member of various teams.
Requires minimal guidance to accomplish general tasks.
Operational Details
Job location is based at Scion's Chicago corporate headquarters.
Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.
EEO Statement The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.
Illinois Pay Range $75,000—$90,000 USD
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At Scion, we are defining the future of student living and we’re seeking a Property Accountant to join us in executing our vision. This position will manage general accounting functions for an assigned portfolio of Scion’s communities, providing excellent service to our onsite teams and interpreting financial narratives for effective business decisions.
The Senior Property Accountant will work in a fast-paced, agile, corporate environment. This position demands curiosity, an eye for detail, and a drive to provide support to others.
This position is based out of our central office in Chicago, IL and is fully on-site.
Benefits
Discretionary annual bonus
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k Matching
Paid Maternal Leave
Parental Leave
Learning reimbursement opportunities
Responsibilities
Maintain general ledgers in compliance with GAAP and update monthly.
Prepare applicable monthly journal entries.
Analyze and prepare monthly financials for assigned properties.
Execute monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
Research and report financial and operational variances.
Review revenue and contracts monthly.
Review month-end financials prepared by the Property Accounting Team and provide insight into variances to the Directors and Managers.
Provide support to the Operations team as needed regarding financial performance of assigned properties.
Responsible for monthly accruals, TRS entries, ground leases and completeness of Cap Ex review and proper tags.
Respond to auditor inquiries as requested.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 3-5 years of post-baccalaureate work experience in an accounting function; experience in Real Estate or Property Management is a plus.
Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with PMS systems such as Entrata is a plus.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Attentive to detail.
Manages multiple projects and meets goals and deadlines timely and consistently.
Versatile, flexible, and thrives in an environment where there are constantly changing priorities.
Commitment to excellence and high standards.
Works well with all levels of management.
Works well independently and as a member of various teams.
Requires minimal guidance to accomplish general tasks.
Operational Details
Job location is based at Scion's Chicago corporate headquarters.
Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.
EEO Statement The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.
Illinois Pay Range $75,000—$90,000 USD
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