Blue Crane is seeking a skilled, highly motivated and entrepreneurial individual to join the team as a Staff Accountant. The ideal teammate will have the demonstrated ability to analyze and process complex data.
About the Position
You’ll join a top-notch team and be responsible for reconciliations, analysis and preparation of financial statements and reporting for use by management and other stakeholders.
What you will do
You will work with an accounting team and collaborate on a multitude of business entities covering a vast array of disciplines.
Responsibilities
Reconcile general ledger and bank accounts
Maintain cash balances and oversee cash activity, including coordinating with various associates to ensure timely payment and high-quality input to accounting software
Track accounts payable invoices that require use tax or rebates. File use tax/rebate reports with the State
Maintain property tax files and assessments; assist with 1099 reporting
Prepare journal entries for payroll, depreciation, acquisitions and other areas as needed
Support associates with Month/Quarter/Year End closing tasks and assist in review of financial statements and related schedules
Coordinate with other staff to provide support for other finance and accounting projects
Track business activities and supporting information
Analyze and prepare recommendations to management on process improvement
Perform other duties as required and necessary to accomplish goals and objectives
Who we are looking for
Qualifications required for your success
Bachelors’ degree in accounting or related field OR equivalent accounting experience
Strong technical skills, including knowledge and use of Accounting Software, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Additional Helpful Experience Includes
One year of work experience in an accounting role within a professional setting or relevant internship experience
Experience using real estate/property management software, preferably Yardi
Personal attributes that support your success
Ability to act as a trusted advisor to principals and colleagues while demonstrating expertise and integrity
You are helpful, a team player, and show respect while collaborating with others
You are results oriented and exercise sound judgment in your work
A lifelong learner, who is inquisitive and solves problems with bold thinking and innovation
A visionary who plans for the future with imagination and wisdom
You are dedicated to achieving excellence and work with others to tackle the tasks at hand
Benefits
Our benefit package includes the following:
Competitive salary
Employee health, dental, and vision insurance
Company paid STD and LTD
401(k) Plan
Paid holidays (12)
Generous PTO (in addition to paid holidays)
Paternal Leave
Wellness reimbursement benefit
Bicycle incentive program
Tuition reimbursement
About the Accounting Department
The Accounting Department provides a suite of services including accounts payable, accounts receivable, real estate development and property management accounting.
About Blue Crane
Blue Crane is a real estate company that strives to foster innovative design and revitalization in vibrant communities throughout Northwest Arkansas. Located in the heart of the Mountain Biking Capital of the World™ in Bentonville, Blue Crane is a trailblazer for projects that connect communities to downtown, life to work, and entrepreneurs to opportunities.
Blue Crane is the real estate arm of Runway Group. Runway is a holding company making investments in real estate, outdoor initiatives, hospitality, and businesses committed to moving Arkansas forward.
Blue Crane is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelors’ degree in accounting or related field OR equivalent accounting experience
Strong technical skills, including knowledge and use of Accounting Software, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook