Financial Accountant

Aurora Housing Authority • Aurora, CO

16h • $86,000 - $95,000

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Accountant to join our growing real estate management team in Aurora, Colorado. In this role, you will be responsible for the full-cycle accounting of a diverse portfolio of properties. You will serve as a key financial partner to our property managers and executive leadership, ensuring that all financial reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant with GAAP.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who possesses a deep understanding of real estate accounting systems and complex monthly closing processes

Requirements

• Accepting internal applications only Must be a current AHA employee to apply for this opportunity
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Experience: 4+ years of professional accounting experience, specifically within the Real Estate or Property Management industry.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in specialized real estate software such as Yardi, MRI, or AppFolio is highly preferred. Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) are a must.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders and site teams.

Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Accounting: Oversee all monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities for a designated portfolio of commercial or residential properties.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare comprehensive financial statement packages, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow analysis.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Collaborate with Property Managers to develop annual operating budgets and provide monthly variance analysis (Actual vs. Budget).
• CAM Reconciliation: Lead the annual Common Area Maintenance (CAM), tax, and insurance reconciliation process.
• Compliance & Audit: Ensure all property-level activities comply with internal controls and assist external auditors during year-end reviews.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and review the work of junior accounting staff or bookkeepers.

Benefits

• Earn outstanding benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k w/ 4.5% employer match, and robust holiday, vacation including a floating holiday and Birthday and sick time.
• Volunteer in the community on paid time
• Continue your education on the job and through our tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level