Senior Accountant

Position: Senior Accountant

Location: Dallas/Ft. Worth

Compensation: Compensation Range: $80,000 - $90,000 total compensation – compensation for the successful candidate ultimately depends upon qualifications, experience level, and location.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Benefits:

·        Industry-leading benefits

·        401K and matching

·        Health / Dental / Vision / Life

·        Employee Discount

·        Industry-leading paid-time-off, including vacation, holidays, etc.

·        Career advancement opportunities with a rapidly growing, entrepreneurial startup with a preference to promote from within

Job Overview:

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Sr. Staff Accountant to join our startup self-storage property management company. As a startup, you will get the opportunity to grow with us, wear multiple hats, help form the base culture / strategy for the company, report directly to the Controller, and be in on the ground floor of an exciting new venture. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records by recording transactions related to rental income, tenant payments, facility expenses, and other operational costs, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, preparing monthly financial reports, and performing account reconciliations, all while specifically focusing on the unique aspects of the self-storage industry like unit rentals, late fees, and lease agreements. 

Attracting and retaining the best talent is vital to our success. We look to empower employees to make their own decisions, set the bar compensation and benefits at the very upper end of the self-storage industry, foster a positive and “can-do” culture, and provide growth opportunities (including promoting from within).  You are a critical part of the company’s success – we view talent such as yourself as a top strategic priority and want to hear from you on how we make you and the company successful – we strive to make every day better than the previous one. As a start-up, we look for individuals that embrace the start-up dynamic, recognizing both the opportunities for greater responsibility and the learning experiences from mistakes.

Responsibilities:

·        Entering daily rental income, late fees, and other customer payments into the accounting system. 

·        Processing vendor invoices for facility maintenance, utilities, and other operational expenses. 

·        Performing bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of cash transactions. 

·        Preparing monthly financial statements including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. 

·        Analyzing financial data to identify trends and potential issues. 

·        Generating reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) like occupancy rates and revenue per unit. 

·        Complete budget comparison, tracking & analysis.

·        Reconciling all general ledger accounts including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and prepaid expenses. 

·        Investigating and resolving any discrepancies identified during reconciliation. 

·        Assisting with the month-end and year-end closing process, including journal entries and accruals. 

·        Preparing necessary schedules for external audit purposes.

·        Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and company policies. 

·        Assisting with internal and external audits as needed. 

·        Tracking unit rentals, including move-in and move-out dates. 

·        Managing late fee calculations and collections. 

·        Maintaining accurate records of unit availability and occupancy rates. 

·        Monitoring lease agreements and contract renewals and tenant insurance. 

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience with large Fortune 500 company preferred
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in property management, real estate, or self-storage operations
• Strong month-end and year-end close experience, including preparation and posting of complex journal entries (JE)
• Proficient in accrual-based accounting and ensuring compliance with GAAP standards
• Experience reconciling general ledger accounts, bank statements, and subledgers
• Ability to prepare and review financial statements for accuracy and completeness
• Strong knowledge of intercompany transactions, management fee allocations, and pass-through expense reconciliations
• Familiarity with third-party property management operations and reporting requirements
• Experience working with multiple entities and property-level P&L statements
• Lease accounting, and revenue recognition
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., SSM, Dual Entry, Ramp)
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and financial modeling
• Comfortable working with ERP integrations, bank portals, and payment processors
• Strong analytical abilities to identify variances, trends, and areas for improvement
• Ability to collaborate with operations teams, senior leadership, and third-party stakeholders
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines across various properties

Company Employment Policies:

·        Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

·        Privacy Notice: Applicants' personal information will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

·        Employment Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

·        Background Checks: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check which may consist of an alcohol/drug screening and former employee references.

·        At-Will Employment: This is an at-will position, meaning either the employer or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time for any lawful reason.

·        Reasonable Accommodations: We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate to assist in the hiring process and to perform the essential functions of the job.