Senior Accountant - Virtual/Remote Position
at Evernest
Company Overview
Evernest is a full-service real estate and property management company with a national presence and an outstanding reputation. We operate in 30+ of the nation's most investable markets and with over 15k homes under management, Evernest is recognized as one of the largest single-family and small multi-family brokers and property management companies in the country.
We’re on a mission to build something great. Our goal is to manage 25,000 homes by 2024 and 250k homes by 2030. It’s an exciting journey but we can’t do it alone. Evernest is looking for driven individuals who share our vision and are committed to our goals, core values and want to build a better future for our clients and the communities we serve.
Position Overview
Evernest is currently seeking a Senior Accountant for the Corporate Accounting Team. This position will report directly to the Accounting Manager and manage 1-2 direct reports while owning the execution and improvement of several key workflows in the department.
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for executing several key accounting functions each month and be actively involved in the monthly close function. This role will also create, maintain, and improve documentation for each of their managed functions.
This position oversees the leading, management and development of Staff level team members so supervisory experience is a plus. The Senior Accountant will be an active participant in the weekly team objective meeting to discuss progress on key department strategic and operational targets while assisting with problem solving for the department.
The position will include a mix of strategic and technical work and involves collaboration with the accounting & operations team at the company. The role requires strong general ledger accounting knowledge, technical prowess in spreadsheet software, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage 1-2 reports around tactical objectives.
Responsibilities
- Lead and provide managerial review to Staff Accountants
- Perform monthly close activities to include the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations and month over month variance analysis
- Oversee the Accounts Payable process and initiate payments
- Maintain daily cash activities and reconcile bank accounts monthly
- Participate in weekly team objective meetings
- Collaborate with other departments to improve operational efficiency/communication
- Support accounting team with ad hoc projects and first line problem solving and research
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
- 2+ years of experience managing junior staff
- 4+ years of general ledger accounting experience
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel functions
- Knowledge and experience working with accounting software, Sage Intacct highly desired
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and be an effective team member
CORE VALUES
To be considered for this position, you must connect deeply with Evernest’s company core values:
Win Together – Without sacrificing our core beliefs, we will always put the Team (our Owners, our Residents, and each other), first. Individually, we can only achieve so much; as a team, everyone can meet, and exceed their goals.
Do the Right Thing - We will always be honest with each other, our residents, and our owners. We operate a truth-based property management company with high levels of accountability, regardless of how it affects us individually or as a company.
Own the Outcome – We will continuously strive for the best way to serve our Owners by frequently updating our processes, pushing ourselves never to be stagnant and never accepting the status quo. We are determined to revolutionize this industry.
Embrace the Grind – Beginning with just 30 houses to now almost 15,000, it has taken an extreme amount of hustle and perseverance to grow Evernest. We believe this benefits our clients because we are committed to whatever it takes to lease your home to a well-qualified tenant, collect rent, communicate effectively, and manage the day-in and day-out processes that keep you happy.
Grow Daily – Our team of professionals commits themselves to daily disciplines both inside and outside the office. The positive habits we create in life impact our company and our clients. It´s not an easy business, and there´s no substitute for disciplined habits if you want to remain successful.
Keywords: Senior Accountant, Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Remote, Virtual
