Job Overview – Staff Accountant (Real Estate)
Compensation: $75,000 – $90,000/year + bonus
Location: Montgomery County, PA
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Atlantic Group is hiring a Staff Accountant (Real Estate) in Montgomery County, PA for our client, supporting fund accounting, financial reporting, and operational accounting across a real estate investment platform. This role focuses on assisting with close processes, capital activity, and reporting while gaining exposure to fund, investment, and property-level accounting. The position offers strong training and development within a collaborative team environment and requires proficiency in Excel and core accounting principles.
Responsibilities as the Staff Accountant (Real Estate):
- Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing quarterly financial statements and reporting packages across funds and related entities.
- Close Process: Support monthly and quarterly close activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and cash tracking.
- Capital Activity: Record capital calls, distributions, and investor allocations across multiple entities.
- Reconciliations: Perform bank and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial records.
- Audit and Tax Support: Assist with audit requests and coordinate documentation with external service providers.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams to support operational accounting and reporting initiatives.
Qualifications for the Staff Accountant (Real Estate):
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
- Experience: 1-3 years of accounting experience, including internships, is required.
- Industry Knowledge: Exposure to real estate, private equity, or investment accounting is preferred.
- Technical Skills: Strong Excel skills are required, with experience in accounting systems preferred.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong attention to detail, communication skills, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment are required.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.