<p>Description</p> <p>Job Overview</p> <p>As a Financial Analyst - Rental, you'll be responsible for managing the financial operations of a portfolio of rental buildings in New York City. This includes preparing and presenting financial statements, overseeing budgets, and ensuring compliance with company standards and deadlines.</p> <p>This hybrid role can report to our downtown Corporate office in Manhattan, New York or Corporate office in Minnesota.</p> <p>Your Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Manage financial operations for a portfolio of rental properties, including monthly financial statement preparation and presentation to property managers, asset managers, and investors. </li><li>Analyze the general ledger and maintain balance sheet accounts for assigned properties. </li><li>Complete all bank reconciliations and monthly work papers. </li><li>Provide monthly accrual-based reports, variance explanations, and cash flow analysis for each entity. </li><li>Prepare and post journal entries (bank transfers, interest income, expense reclassifications, reserve contributions, etc.). </li><li>Review actual-to-budget performance variances and record necessary cash transfers. </li><li>Ensure timely payment of real estate taxes and proper escrow funding. </li><li>Oversee annual budgets: prepare budget packages, meet deadlines, and present at finance and investor meetings. </li><li>Manage year-end close, prepare annual reports, and coordinate audits, including responding to auditor requests. </li><li>Produce year-end security deposit schedules and support audit processes. </li><li>Maintain compliance with FirstService Residential Global Service Standards and company policies. </li></ul> <p>Skills & Qualifications</p> <ul> <li></li><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA, MBA, or related experience preferred. </li><li>5+ years of accounting experience in property management or real estate (residential preferred). </li><li>Strong knowledge of GAAP and cash flow management. </li><li>Excellent organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills. </li><li>Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. </li><li>Superior oral and written communication skills. </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with Yardi Voyager is a plus. </li><li>Ability to work independently and in a team environment, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. </li></ul> <p>What We Offer</p> <p>As a full-time associate, you will be eligible for comprehensive benefits including multiple medical plans, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance. Additional benefits include company-paid life insurance, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) with company match.</p> <p>Compensation</p> <p>$85,000 - $115,000 / year</p>