Sr. Accountant, Property Accounting

Invitation Homes is a fast-paced evolving publicly traded REIT that is pioneering a new industry with over 80,000 single family rental homes and a market capitalization of over $25 billion. We are a team of more than 1,400 associates who come from all walks of life. We call different communities "home," but our shared values bind us together. Invitation Homes is a place where possibility lives.

The Senior Accountant, Property Accounting is responsible for performing general accounting functions, maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, working with other departments to understand their business unit and impact on the financials, and collaborating with other teams within the Accounting Department to ensure timely delivery of financials.

What You’ll Do

• Ensures month-end close deadlines are met, prepares monthly journal entries, completes bank reconciliations, and maintains balance sheet account reconciliations.

• Reviews work completed by accounting associates for accuracy and completeness in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Reviews the Balance Sheet and Income Statement to ensure accuracy.

• Responsible for understanding a variety of financial reports and the impact of the single-family rental business on results of operations.

• Mentors and encourages staff and their professional development.

• Assists with external and internal audit requests (SOX, Compliance, Internal Controls, etc.).

• Participates in Company-provided training.

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is required.

• 3 - 5 years of experience in accounting and financial statement preparation is required. Property Accounting experience is preferred.

• Intermediate Excel expertise required; Yardi experience a plus.

• Experience working with high volumes of data.

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities including the ability to identify and implement best practices that improve the team’s effectiveness and efficiency.

• Highly self-motivated and directed.

• Ability to perform advanced mathematical and accounting functions.

• Ability to follow and apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Ability to read and comprehend financial statements.

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills; ability to relate to others.

• Professional verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to set and meet goals and consistently meet deadlines.

Why Invitation Homes

We stand for flexibility, opportunity, and a home that people can make their own. It’s as true for our associates as it is for our residents. Just like we help our residents live freer, we liberate our associates’ careers, too.  Our associates know that at Invitation Homes goals matter, potential is unlocked, and careers thrive. Invitation Homes isn’t just a work place it is a possibility place. Invitation Homes offers the below to each new associate:

• Competitive pay and an annual bonus program for all associates

• Generous paid time off plans including vacation accrual, sick time, volunteer time, and standard and floating holidays

• 401k with matching company contributions

• Awesome work environment with casual dress

• Team events and gatherings

• Employee resource groups: Together with Women, Asian Alliance, Black Collective, Juntos, Gen Next, and Open Invitation.

Invitation Homes truly is where possibility lives, pour a new foundation here!