What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Accountant position at Cogir Senior Living?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
THE COMPANY
Cogir USA is a premier provider of senior living communities dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults through exceptional care, innovative services, and a commitment to personalized experiences. Cogir Senior Living, develops, owns and/or operates more than 100 senior living communities throughout the United States. Recognized as one of ASHA’s top 10 senior living providers, the growth in the U.S. market underscores Cogir’s dedication to advancing its presence and delivering exceptional communities. Stay tuned as Cogir continues to shape the landscape of senior living.
Position Summary
The Corporate Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the month-end close process, with a primary focus on the asset side of the balance sheet. This position manages cash accounting, bank reconciliations, accounts receivable-related accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany transactions, billbacks, and revenue support activities. The Corporate Accountant partners with operational and accounting teams to ensure financial accuracy, compliance with company policies, and timely reporting.
This position reports to the Assistant Corporate Controller and is based in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Benefits
Cash Management and Treasury Support
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE
Education
Education
Full-time
Description
THE COMPANY
Cogir USA is a premier provider of senior living communities dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults through exceptional care, innovative services, and a commitment to personalized experiences. Cogir Senior Living, develops, owns and/or operates more than 100 senior living communities throughout the United States. Recognized as one of ASHA’s top 10 senior living providers, the growth in the U.S. market underscores Cogir’s dedication to advancing its presence and delivering exceptional communities. Stay tuned as Cogir continues to shape the landscape of senior living.
Position Summary
The Corporate Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the month-end close process, with a primary focus on the asset side of the balance sheet. This position manages cash accounting, bank reconciliations, accounts receivable-related accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany transactions, billbacks, and revenue support activities. The Corporate Accountant partners with operational and accounting teams to ensure financial accuracy, compliance with company policies, and timely reporting.
This position reports to the Assistant Corporate Controller and is based in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Benefits
- Training and career growth opportunities.
- Heath, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance.
- 401K Plan with a company match.
- Paid Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program and more!
Cash Management and Treasury Support
- Manage daily cash accounting activities for multiple bank accounts.
- Record and reconcile corporate deposits, including GL coding and supporting documentation.
- Prepare and maintain bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving outstanding items timely.
- Monitor cash activity and support intercompany cash tracking and settlement processes.
- Coordinate check deposits, banking uploads, positive pay files, and related treasury activities.
- Prepare and maintain assigned balance sheet reconciliations with a primary focus on asset accounts.
- Analyze account activity to identify discrepancies, unusual transactions, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Maintain supporting schedules for cash, accounts receivable, prepaid expenses, deposits, fixed assets, and other assigned asset accounts.
- Ensure reconciliations are completed accurately and in accordance with monthly close deadlines.
- Prepare and post monthly journal entries.
- Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
- Review financial transactions for proper accounting treatment and compliance with company policies.
- Support intercompany accounting and reconciliation activities.
- Assist with community billback processing, including preparation, review, and accounting uploads.
- Prepare and review intercompany files and supporting documentation.
- Support state and local sales tax filing processes as assigned.
- Participate in special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives.
- Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
- Assist with requests from auditors and management.
- Maintain organized documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE
Education
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
- 1-3 years of progressive accounting experience preferred.
- Corporate accounting experience preferred.
- Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close processes required.
- Experience with property management or real estate accounting is a plus.
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
- Experience with Yardi or similar accounting systems preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
- Office location: Scottsdale, AZ.
- Additional hours may be required during month-end close and audit periods.