Staff Accountant - CIG Communities

CIG Communities is a full-service, family-owned real estate company founded in 1984. We specialize in acquiring, developing, and managing residential and commercial properties to create value and cash flow for our stakeholders, our customers, and our partners. You will find our communities across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. We own or manage more than 1,200 multifamily homes and approximately 40,000 square feet of neighborhood shopping centers. The Staff Accountant is an instrumental role in the Finance team!

Objectives of this role

· Execute general ledger account reconciliations, accurate reporting, and data verification, enabling senior staff to analyze options and make financial decisions aligned with company objectives

· Monitor policies and procedures for assigned departments, and identify and suggest improvements for accounting reports and procedures

· Payroll management and review of wages, deductions, commissions, bonuses, and taxes

Responsibilities at CIG

· Monthly, Quarterly, Annual Close - assist Controller as needed

· Balance Sheet Reconciliation – prepare monthly including bank accounts, prepaids, intercompany

· Payroll - prepare bimonthly payroll, calculate commissions, monitor policies

· Benefits – reconcile statement, deduction tracking

· Fixed Assets - maintain register, review purchases for policy compliance, calculate monthly depreciation

· Credit Card – manage use, review charges, collect receipts, code statement, invoice intercompany charges

· Revenue - post monthly rent and reoccurring charges

· Calculate management fees

· As needed - record journal entries, third party billing, Sales & Use tax payments, Accounts Payable backup

Skills and Competencies:

· Competence with financial software and technology

· Understanding of financial and accounting standards and regulations

· Written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to multitask, prioritize, and organize effectively

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

· Two or more years of professional accounting experience

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