Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Company:

OKO Group is an international real estate development firm established by Chairman and CEO, Vlad Doronin. OKO Group builds on the formidable expertise of Mr. Doronin- a successful and respected international developer, with a track record of more than 75 million square feet of world- class commercial real estate and luxury residential space over a total of 71 buildings.

Summary:

The Staff Accountant is an accounting professional responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting the broader accounting team.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

• Maintains accounting department files and records.
• Review, maintain and control the transaction to Account Payable, Work in Progress, Loan Management and Receivables.
• Record monthly accruals and process monthly financials for review to be provided to your direct report.
• Prepare Financial reports as required by your direct report.
• Answers, screens, and directs incoming telephone calls.
• Sorts and distributes internal and external mail.
• Performs general clerical duties including but not limited to filing, photocopying, faxing, typing, and mailing.
• Assists with special accounting projects as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Financial Reporting

• Assist with the completion of quarterly and monthly financial reporting in a timely and accurate manner.
• Promptly respond to and confirm any requests or communications from assigned auditors, lenders, and investors.
• Ensure clear partnership and support with other internal departments on issues related to financial reporting.

Accounts Payable

• Responsible for reviewing invoices and ensuring accuracy in coding and processing.
• In charge of reviewing approved invoices for payment and confirming duplicate payments are avoided.
• Leads and maintains an organized and accurate filing system for each company on annual basis.
• Assist AP Clerk to response to vendors inquiries as well as manage them to maintain integrity of all invoices.

Accounts Receivable

• Manage all tenant relations and rent collections and Branding Fees Schedule.
• Review all development fees and reimbursable invoices.
• Communicate with the controller on all outstanding and urgent concerns on daily basis.

Cash Management

• Maintain the daily check register and prepare quarterly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records
• In charge of creating and maintaining monthly Reconciliation of Escrow Accounts.

General Ledger

• Prepare and enter journal entries.
• Prepare financial schedules for depreciation, amortization etc.
• Review Capitalized and Expense accounts as required.
• Reconciling General Ledger accounts, especially loans, interest payable and equity accounts.
• Review cost and revenue accounts with Head of Finance on a needed basis.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities (KSA’s):

• Analytical--Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
• Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills--Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal Skills--Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' as and tries new things.
• Oral Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication--Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Delegation--Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
• Quality Management--Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Business Acumen--Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness--Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Diversity--Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics--Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support--Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Strategic Thinking--Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Judgment--Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Professionalism--Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Attendance/Punctuality--Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability--Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative--Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation--Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field.
• 3 years of experience in related field.
• Must have expert level knowledge in Excel, i.e. Macro, Pivot Table, Dashboard, Data automation and integration using CSV file.
• Must be able to use QuickBooks and SAGE accounting system.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Continually required to sit for extended periods
• The noise level is moderate to high.
• Required on site- this is not a remote eligible position.