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Senior Corporate Accountant
Arlington, VASenior Corporate Accountant
đź“Ť Location: Arlington, VA
đź•’ Full-time | Exempt | Hybrid (3 days per week in office)
Overview:
A fast-growing real estate investment and development firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to support its expanding portfolio of multifamily and mixed-use assets. This role offers exposure across all facets of the business, including development, joint ventures, and operating properties. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to system innovation and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Cordia by Cherry Bekaert: Is a leading national recruiting and staffing firm that is part of the Advisory services of Cherry Bekaert. Headquartered in the Washington, DC area we focus on building strong relationships with employers and job seekers, like you, because we care about opening new doors to career opportunities and helping our clients grow. We offer Direct Hire and Temporary staffing solutions (with “best - in-class” Consultant Care programs), multi - project opportunities, health and retirement benefits, participation in company events, and more.
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đź“Ť Location: Arlington, VA
đź•’ Full-time | Exempt | Hybrid (3 days per week in office)
Overview:
A fast-growing real estate investment and development firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to support its expanding portfolio of multifamily and mixed-use assets. This role offers exposure across all facets of the business, including development, joint ventures, and operating properties. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to system innovation and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure books and records are accurate and compliant with US GAAP or other applicable standards
- Assist with financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis
- Manage general ledger operations and accounting software systems
- Maintain and enhance accounting systems, including report creation and entity setup
- Oversee AP/AR processes, cash disbursements, and receipts
- Support ERP upgrades and other system implementations
- Evaluate and streamline accounting processes to improve efficiency
- Review monthly property-level financials and provide feedback to third-party accountants and asset managers
- Execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities
- Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers for annual audits and filings
- Prepare miscellaneous tax filings (e.g., BPOL, personal property, I&E)
- Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations
- Assist with monthly draw processes and job cost reconciliations
- Support compliance and reporting requirements
- Prepare and issue distributions and internal cash transfers
- Assist with administrative tasks as needed
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
- 3–5 years of relevant real estate accounting experience; tax experience a plus
- Public accounting experience preferred
- Strong understanding of accounting systems and AP processes
- Experience with Sage 300 or Sage Intacct is a plus
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative
Cordia by Cherry Bekaert: Is a leading national recruiting and staffing firm that is part of the Advisory services of Cherry Bekaert. Headquartered in the Washington, DC area we focus on building strong relationships with employers and job seekers, like you, because we care about opening new doors to career opportunities and helping our clients grow. We offer Direct Hire and Temporary staffing solutions (with “best - in-class” Consultant Care programs), multi - project opportunities, health and retirement benefits, participation in company events, and more.
IND123