General Ledger Budget Accountant

General Ledger Budget Accountant

Department: Financial Tax Services (FTS)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Controller

Supervises: N/A

Last Revised: June 2024

JOB SUMMARY

The General Ledger Budget Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting principles for Uniland real estate entities. This role involves preparing and posting general ledger transactions, managing the reconciliation process, and generating financial reports. The General Ledger Budget Accountant will play a role in the budgeting process, analyzing past and present financial operations to estimate future revenues and expenditures. This position requires a strong understanding of real estate accounting, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare

  s

  , review

  s

  , and post

  s

  journal entries to the general ledger.

• Reconciles multiple companies on a monthly or quarterly basis including the creation of journal entries as needed.

• Prepares internal billings

  among

  related

  U

  niland

  companies.

• Prepares financial statements for multiple companies and

  assists

  with the preparation of

  consolidated

  financial statements and/or

  consolidated

  budget to actual statements.

• Analyzes

  financial results for multiple companies, comparing to the prior year and current year

  budgets.

• Assists

  in the development and implementation of annual budgets

• Prepares

  , processes, and distributes periodic reports and analysis.

• Maintains Fixed Assets program for multiple Uniland companies.
• Provides insights and recommendations based on financial performance and trends.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations.
• Prepares and files tax returns, including but not limited to sales tax, and income tax.

OTHER DUTIES

• Collaborates with

  other departments to provide financial support and guidance.

• Support

  s

  system upgrades and implementations as needed.

• Assist

  s

  in the continuous improvement of accounting and financial processes.

• Participates in

  special projects and

  initiative when requested and/or

  required

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Accounting, Finance or related field, or Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, with five years of applicable accounting experience, required.
• Four years minimum related experience and/or training, preferably in general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, financial modelling software, and MS Office suite required. Yardi and Argus experience preferred.
• Internal audit experience is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong

  k

  nowledge of Microsoft

  Excel,

  Word,

  PowerPoint

  and other popular computer programs is expected.

• Comprehensive understanding of

  generally accepted

  accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure completeness and correctness of financial records.

• Ability to

  identify

  issues, develop solutions, and implement effective changes.

• Ability to

  analyze

  complex financial data and provide insights.

• Ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders clearly and effectively.
• Ability to adapt to changing financial environments and regulations.
• Flexibility to handle changing priorities and new projects.
• Ability to make informed financial decisions based on analysis and judgment.
• Ability to support strategic decision-making with accurate financial information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Extended periods of sitting at a desk or workstation while performing administrative tasks.

• Regular use of computers and other office equipment, requiring manual dexterity and visual concentration.

• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

• Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings, training sessions, or other events.

• Ability to communicate effectively with associates, supervisors, and external stakeholders in person, over the phone, or via email.

• Office-based environment with standard office equipment and ergonomic furniture.

• Exposure to typical office noises such as phone calls, conversations, and office equipment operation.

• Work will be performed in an in-office environment.