Accountant

Overview

The Michaels Organization is a national leader in residential real estate offering full-service capabilities in development, property management, construction, and investment. At Michaels, our teammates strive to fulfill our promise of creating communities that lift lives – ones that jumpstart housing, education, civic engagement, and neighborhood prosperity. With this passion at the forefront of our business, Michaels teammates can be proud to be a part of the extraordinary, every day.  

Apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by compiling information, preparing profit and loss statements, and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures.

Responsibilities

1. Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements utilizing GAAP accounting principles.

2. Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions.

3. Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures.4. Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.

5. Prepare and review budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents.

6. Analyze revenue and expenditure trends and recommend appropriate budget levels, and ensure expenditure control.

7. Resolve accounting discrepancies.

8. Recommend, develop and maintain financial data bases, computer software systems and manual filing systems.

9. Supervise the input and handling of financial data and reports for the company's automated financial systems.

10. Interact with internal and external auditors in completing audits.

11. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Experience:

1. 1 to 3 years’ experience within an accounting/bookkeeping environment.2. Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.3. Must be able to pass background investigation and drug test screening.

Required Education/Training:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting2. Must successfully complete all required courses, classes, and training provided by MMS.

Required Skills and Abilities:

1. Must be able to work as part of a team, as well as complete assignments independently.2. Must be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.3. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.4. Must be able perform duties under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner.5. Display the ability to think critically and suggest solutions for financial problems.6. Must have the ability to work in automated computer platforms.7. Must display strong ability to work within MS Office packages, specifically MS Excel and Word.8. Must prioritize and manage daily workload to ensure successful completion.9. Take instructions from supervisors.10. Interact with co-workers, supervisors, and vendors in a professional and pleasant manner.11. Must have excellent written communication skills.

Working Conditions:

1. Must be able to work 40 hours per week to include evenings, weekends and holidays when necessary to meet required deadlines.

Salary Range Information

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the targeted base salary for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Rewards & Benefits

We know Michaels’ promise of lifting lives starts with our teammates, so making sure every single teammate is happy, healthy, and set up for a successful future is important to us. As part of our team, you will enjoy a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, prescription, etc., generous paid time off, a 401 (k) plan with a company match, and so much more:

• Help make the world a better place in a team-oriented environment.• Grow with our organization through various professional development opportunities.• Collaborate and thrive in a company culture where all are welcome

Michaels teammates make a difference in the lives of residents, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day.

Come join our team. You’re going to love it here!

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