What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Fidelis Realty Partners Ltd?
Position Summary
The Staff Accountant supports the accounting and financial operations of a commercial real estate portfolio. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting tenant billing and collections, assisting with month‑end close activities, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and audit requirements. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, collaborative, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced commercial real estate environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable & Tenant Billing
- Manage accounts receivable functions, including cash receipts, billing, and posting of monthly rent charges
- Maintain accurate tenant ledgers and perform regular tenant account reconciliations
- Prepare and review monthly billings, including CAM, operating expense billbacks, and other recoverable charges
- Calculate and bill annual recoveries in accordance with lease provisions
- Prepare for and participate in monthly delinquency meetings
Cash Management & Bank Reconciliations
- Maintain daily check logs and process daily bank deposits
- Assist with monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies as needed
- Research and process tenant reconciliation disputes
- Ensure timely and accurate recording of all cash activity
- Process weekly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate cash reporting
Audit & Close Support
- Assist with month‑end and year‑end close processes
- Research and process tenant account audits
- Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
- Accounting experience in commercial real estate preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Experience with Yardi software strongly preferred
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment
- Strong work ethic with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit and work at a desk for extended periods performing accounting and administrative tasks
- Ability to use a computer, keyboard, and standard office equipment regularly
- Ability to attend in‑office meetings and collaborate with team members onsite
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, Fidelis participates in the E‑Verify program to verify the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees, as required by law.