What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jr. Accountant position at Metropolitan Management Group?
Department: Accounting
Location: Metropolitan Companies Wyomissing
Metropolitan Companies is looking for a Jr. Accountant to join our team! The Jr. Accountant is responsible for the general accounting projects they are assigned. This role will work directly with the accounts payable, finance, treasury, and accounting teams to ensure accuracy on all projects. This position provides an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career and grow with a thriving organization. This position will report the Chief Financial Officer. We have a competitive package that include benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability), holiday pay, paid time off, bonus, 401K plan, etc. If you are flexible, motivated and want to join a growing company, then this is the role for you!
Key Responsibilities
- Assist accounting with month end close and ensure P&Ls are completed and accurate.
- Create and review financial reporting and provide answers on variances in project performance.
- Analyze project financials and understand the numbers, line by line.
- Assist with creating presentations and updates to management according to deadlines.
- Utilize a workflow system management with the accounting process.
- Process and record internal bank transfers.
- Assist with ad hoc projects and analytics.
- Bank reconciliations.
- Aide in the annual budgeting process and maintain P&L budgets monthly.
- Continually improve processes and help in implementation of new systems and reporting tools.
Competencies:
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organizational skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 0-3 years previous experience
- High proficiency in WORD, EXCEL and Outlook.
- Experience in Yardi, Marks, or Nexus Payables a plus.
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability)
- Health Savings Plan (HSA)
- 401k Plan
- Holiday Pay & Paid Time Off
- Bonus Program
- Employee Referral Bonus