Why work for us?

At Childress Klein, we're reimagining the world of real estate. Together, we collaborate with our clients, investors, and the communities we serve to create cutting-edge environments that foster connection, intelligence, and prosperity. We're acutely aware of the impact our developments have on cities, which is why we're committed to giving back through charitable initiatives and implementing sustainable solutions that empower both our clients and communities to be more resourceful, resilient, and regenerative.

When you join our team, you're embraced by a culture that values dedication, effective communication, and inclusivity. We go the extra mile to invest in our employees' growth, offering a multitude of personal and professional development opportunities. This isn't just a jobit's the start of a flourishing career. It's no wonder we were honored with the title of being one of Charlotte's Best Places to Work in 2022!

What you'll be doing:

The Accountant I will perform the Retail division’s Accounts Payable function and complete related monthly tasks.

What you'll be responsible for:

• Perform Accounts Payable functions which include:
  • Receive, import, and code division invoices for payment
  • Coordinate invoice processing to adhere to check run schedule
  • Monitor invoice approval status and follow up as needed
  • Submit check run packages to Central Accounting
  • Setup and maintain vendor information
  • Differentiate relationships between multiple ownership entities and bank accounts
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for the Industrial and Multifamily divisions
• Identify and resolve bank reconciliation discrepancies as required
• Prepare and process monthly overhead fees
• Prepare and process billbacks and reimbursements as needed
• Contribute with seasonal tasks such as tenant reconciliations, budget preparation, and tax package submissions
• Maintain files and records for both digital and hard copies
• Read, understand, and interpret lease information
• Address questions from internal and external parties on an ad hoc basis
• Work independently, use critical thinking, evaluate available information, and review one’s own work

What we need from you:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Two years of professional accounting experience preferred
• Yardi Voyager experience a plus
• Proficiency in PC spreadsheet and word processing programs
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical instructions and journal entries, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to effectively communicate with and present information to clients and management.
• Ability to work with addition, subtraction, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to establish a schedule, prioritize and cope with a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions and deal with abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; write; type; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to indoor office conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

What we have to offer:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending & Dependent Care Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Paid Leave of Absence Options
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Gym Membership Discounts
• Mentorship Programs
• And much more!

Childress Klein is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.