Junior Accountant in Owings Mills, Maryland at David S Brown Enterprises

David S. Brown Enterprises, LTD is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to join our Accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with 1–2 years of experience who is looking to continue developing their skills within the real estate and property management industry.

The Junior Accountant will assist with creating, analyzing, and adjusting financial statements for a multi-facility real estate company while supporting the accounting functions of various operating entities. This position will work with bank reconciliations, general ledger accounts, cash reporting, taxes, accounts receivable/payable, and other financial activities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Reconcile bank accounts and multiple general ledger accounts

• Prepare daily cash reports and cash balance worksheets

• Assist with the preparation and analysis of financial statements

• Prepare annual reports and personal property tax returns

• Assist with real estate and personal property tax processing

• Prepare annual Quick Tests for real estate tax appeals

• Assist with year-end workpapers

• Reconcile Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), security deposits, and management fees monthly

• Reconcile loans, distributions, and advances for assigned properties

• Calculate management fees and interest accruals

• Calculate real estate tax escrow

• Perform monthly true-ups of security deposit accounts

• Support additional accounting projects and responsibilities as assigned

• 1–2 years of accounting experience required

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

• Experience with accounting software; knowledge of Yardi and Sage Fixed Assets is a plus

• Understanding of general ledger accounting and account reconciliation

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple responsibilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the Accounting team

• Real estate or property management accounting experience is a plus

• 10+ days of paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a paid day off for your birthday

• 9 paid company holidays

• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match up to 8%

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions

• 15% apartment rental discount for eligible employees

• Tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate courses, certifications, and seminars

• Employer-paid Term Life & AD&D Insurance

• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability

• Wellness program and gym membership

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

• • Discretionary performance bonuses