Staff Accountant Location: Vancouver, WA (5 days on-site) Skills & Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related subject + 2+ years of applicable professional accounting experience + Governmental, property management, affordable housing, or non-profit industry accounting experience highly preferred + CPA certification/eligibility highly preferred. + Well-versed in US GAAP + Strong understanding of government accounting principles Responsibilities: + Coordinate monthly financial data transfers from management companies to the accounting system. + Review monthly management company reports. + Evaluate monthly property financial reports and provide budget variance analysis. + Monitor compliance with internal control policies and procedures related to financial aspects of property management. + Plan and conduct internal audits and monitor compliance with LIHTC/HUD regulations. + Coordinate the annual budget process with management companies and the Property Management Department. + Prepare and distribute annual budget reports. + Reconcile multiple balance sheet and income statement accounts at year-end and prepare related schedules. + Submit annual WBARS financial reports for applicable properties. + Coordinate annual CPA audits and tax return preparation for multiple single-asset entities. + Prepare periodic financial reports for funders and internal/external users. + Analyze complex legal documents for compliance with contractual obligations and regulatory agreements. + Assist the Property Management Department with HUD rent increase and budget approval processes. + Maintain and reconcile various accounts, ledgers, reports, and accounting records. + Interpret financial transactions for users making economic or business decisions. + Record, classify, and summarize complex financial transactions in accordance with GAAP and prepare related journal entries. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.