Company Overview:
RISE Properties Trust () is a private, vertically integrated REIT that acquires and revitalizes rental apartment communities throughout the Pacific Northwest. RISE is one of the fastest growing multifamily owners in the Pacific Northwest and oversees a $2B+ portfolio of institutional properties between Portland and Seattle.
At RISE, we believe improving lives is a good investment. A transparent, relationship driven approach that seeks to serve all stakeholders (associates, residents, investors, and the community) will return the best long-term results.
We are committed to our core values and take pride in creating a fun, empowering and balanced workplace. We have a flat organizational structure that provides an opportunity for each member of our organization to have a significant impact.
Core Values:
- Do the Right Thing
- Be a Great Place to Work
- Be the Best
Role Overview:
RISE is seeking a dynamic and capable candidate to join our accounting and finance team. The Staff Accountant will work directly with the Senior Accountant and Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting. This role will be responsible for accounts payable and payment processing, the recording of JEs and accruals. They will also assist with all other aspects of the monthly and quarterly close process, including financial reporting.
The ideal candidate will bring a sharp attention to detail, a keen eye for data and numbers, an interest in accounting, experience in accounts payable or bookkeeping, and the ability to follow instructions closely and receive feedback. This individual will thrive in a dynamic environment and be a team player and strong individual contributor.
The purpose of this job description is to communicate the responsibilities and duties associated with the position of the Staff Accountant. It should also be noted that some responsibilities and duties may not be specifically addressed. Our company emphasizes a TEAM APPROACH and expects every person to perform any reasonable task or request that is consistent with fulfilling company objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Accounts payable and Payment Processing
- Process vendor invoices, ensure proper coding, and manage payments
- Process funding & distributions for properties and investors
- Monitor AP inbox, and obtain invoice approvals
- Review employee expense reports and credit card reconciliations
- Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and amortizations
- Perform bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
- Support month-end close activities and account reconciliations
- Prepare billback calculations for properties and intercompany entities
- Communicate with property accountants on expense billbacks and other needs
- Assist with audits and provide documentation as needed
- Assist with updates of quarterly financial statement reporting
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records
- Collaborate with team members to improve accounting workflows
Qualifications:
- Accounting experience or education preferred
- Accounts payable experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail
- Proven ability to accurately follow instructions and established procedures
- Clear written and oral communication ability
- Acute critical thinking ability, quick learner, self-starter, driven
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and Word
- Passion for real estate
Location:
- Flexible Hybrid work schedule
Compensation and Benefits:
- 20 - 30 hour/week (3-4 days)
- Base Salary - $30/hr -$40/hr D.O.E.
- 10% Bonus potential
- 401k Match - 100% of the first 1% and another 50% up to 6% that you save of your earnings
- Holidays - 10 days. In addition, the office is closed from December 24 through January 1
- Unlimited vacation
- Monthly cell phone reimbursement of $125
- Health care covered at 100% (additional family members optional with a premium)
- Dental insurance covered at 100% + vision insurance options
- Life insurance policy
- Long-term disability coverage